Claude Makelele is poised to seal an emotional return to Chelsea in the coming days, after being lined up for the role of Young Player Technical Mentor.
Makelele left his role as manager of Belgian side KAS Eupen in June, but has retained an ambassadorial role with the club.
Chelsea are expected to bring the Frenchman into the position in order to provide guidance for their highly rated youth talent.
The former defensive midfielder will become the latest in a series of players to return to Chelsea this summer.
After appointing club legend Frank Lampard as manager, Jody Morris also sealed a return to his former club to work as his second in command.
Ex-goalkeeper Petr Cech has also returned as the new Technical Director, while Joe Cole is in a coaching role with the academy side.
heresy
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The best defensive midfield player ever above kante who is also immense.
Hesslertown
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The future looks very promising for Chelsea. The finance side is now in order, only buy once they sell, and now making a b line for youth. The appointment of Lampard has united the fans and board. Things are looking up.