Maurizio Sarri could be just a defeat of Chelsea's bag with Zola, Newton or Ferreira to take over

Maurizio Sarri faces a virtually impossible task to save his Chelsea manager position.

The players and coaches conducted a straightforward investigation after losing 2-0 to the FA Cup on Monday against Manchester United – a result that left Sarri at the edge of the bag.

The Italian trained at the club's headquarters in Cobham on Tuesday at 3 pm, but the Chelsea board is almost resolved to replace him.

Maurizio Sarri faces a virtually impossible task to save his job as a Chelsea manager

Director Marina Granovskaia played a key role in Sarri's appointment last summer, but after high-level talks on Tuesday, the Blues hierarchy acknowledged that the end is near.

Sarri faces seven crucial days while he tries to cling to power. Chelsea takes a slight 2-1 advantage in the last leg of the final day of the Europa League against Malmo on Thursday, before facing Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley on Sunday.

They will face Tottenham in the Premier League next Wednesday. A defeat in any of these games could result in the dismissal of Sarri.

After a five-game losing streak in 10 games, including heavy defeats at Bournemouth and City, the board is losing confidence in Sarri. They are also perfectly aware that the fans put their manager on the stage, which was evident in the defeat against United.

Director Marina Granovskaia (right) played a key role in Sarri's appointment last summer

Songs of "F *** Sarri-ball" and "You do not know what you are doing" sounded at Stamford Bridge.

Similarly, some team members do not believe Sarri is equipped to reverse Chelsea's flag season and expect him to be fired in the near future.

Sarri's tactics sparked frustrations during Monday's heated debriefing. The stars of Chelsea have become more hostile to his instructions in recent weeks, especially with his stubborn commitment to his Sarri-ball philosophy.

These worries were unveiled Monday when players were exasperated by Sarri's tactics in the second half against United. Behind 2-0, Sarri's refusal to make changes and substitutions that could change the game irritated his players. Sarri made two identical substitutions, involving Ross Barkley for Mateo Kovacic and Willian for Pedro.

Players and coaches conducted an investigation in the locker room after Monday's 2-0 defeat.

His decision to return Davide Zappacosta to replace Cesar Azpilicueta – another identical change – has caused consternation, especially as the attackers Callum Hudson-Odoi and Olivier Giroud were on the bench.

Sarri's unwavering dedication to his football brand is a major problem for many players.

Sarri plays the role of Jorginho rather than N'Golo Kante in the central central role. The star of France, Kante, is recognized as one of the best players in the world at this post, but Sarri entrusted him with box-to-box tasks.

Chelsea will almost certainly seek to replace Sarri temporarily until the end of the season.

Gianfranco Zola, Sarri's badistant, will probably take the reins, particularly because of his experience as a manager in the Premier League.

Gianfranco Zola, Sarri's badistant, is likely to take the reins if the Italian is sacked

Technical coach Eddie Newton, who has worked in high-profile Chelsea on several occasions, is another option, as well as former Blues defender Paulo Ferreira, who works alongside Newton.

The identity of Chelsea's next permanent boss is less certain, particularly with great uncertainty about the future of the club. Doubts remain about the commitment of the owner Roman Abramovich to Chelsea, with persistent rumors that the Russian wants to sell.

Abramovich has not been seen at Stamford Bridge this season after the British government denied him a visa in the summer.

In addition to this, the club is suspended by a transfer ban from FIFA, while 14 foreign players under the age of 18 have been illegally engaged.

The future of front-runner star Eden Hazard, who wants to join Real Madrid this summer, also raises significant doubts.