Five PL destinations for Carlo Ancelotti after revealing return date

However, it would likely take a mammoth collapse in form and fortunes for Wenger to be dismissed before then, as they currently sit in second position behind leaders Manchester City and are 9/4 with Coral for a title triumph.

Chelsea
Between 2009 and 2011, Ancelotti led reigning Premier League champions Chelsea to a title victory and an FA Cup coup, winning over the admiration of both players and fans.

With the Stamford Bridge faithful having truly respected the Italian during his reign, and current boss Jose Mourinho currently struggling, this out-of-work coach could sensationally return to north London to revive the Blues’ bid to reclaim their domestic crown.

Man City
When asked who he thought would win the Premier League this season, Ancelotti answered: “Manchester City, because they have the strongest team, they have exceptional quality.” Such a comment could be interpreted differently, but clearly the former Chelsea boss likes the look of the Sky Blues set-up.

Manuel Pellegrini recently penned a new deal at the Etihad, but the chance to acquire Ancelotti may be too good to turn down in January, if that opportunity came along, for a club that usually holds a revolving door policy when it comes to managerial appointments.

Man Utd
Louis van Gaal has categorically stated that he will depart his role at Old Trafford in 2017 to spend time with his family, after a long and successful career, but the entertaining Dutchman is a complex character that could just as easily depart a lot earlier than expected.

The Red Devils are 8/1 to lift the Premier League trophy this season, but could it actually be Ancelotti leading United towards silverware success in the coming months rather than Van Gaal?

Southampton
Since being re-established as a top-flight outfit, Southampton have gone from strength to strength, with Ronald Koeman the latest high-profile ex-player to have taken charge at St Mary’s on the south coast.

Ancelotti likes a challenge, and what bigger one than to turn a side presently searching for European places into one targeting the title itself?

There’s also the increased speculation that Koeman will soon take charge of the Dutch national side, after their recent struggles in Euro 2016 qualifying, potentially leaving the door open for Ancelotti.

Watch this space, as the prestigious Italian boss prepares to embark on another stint in England.