Arnesen excited by Carlo era

14 July 2009 22:43
Chelsea's sporting director Frank Arnesen has outlined his high expectations for the forthcoming season.[LNB] Former AC Milan manager Carlo Ancelotti is preparing for his first term in charge at Stamford Bridge having succeeded Guus Hiddink at the helm this summer.[LNB]Ancelotti arrives in West London boasting an impressive pedigree after twice claiming UEFA Champions League glory and also lifting two Serie A titles at Milan.[LNB]Arnesen is eagerly anticipating the 2009/10 campaign and is hopeful of success on all fronts.[LNB]The Dane told TV2 Sporten: "We have been in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals five or six times in the last years, and once in the final.[LNB]"Of course it is important for a club like Chelsea to get as far as possible in all tournaments. Champions League, Premier League, FA Cup and the Carling Cup."[LNB]He continued: "Ancelotti has won the Champions League twice as a footballer and two times as a manager.[LNB]"That is fantastic, and it shows what a big club Chelsea is. He is a fantastic man and I am extremely happy to work with him."[LNB]

Source: SKY_Sports