Source: Daily_Mail
Guus Hiddink free to make Chelsea return: Watch out, Andre Villa-Boas
Guus Hiddink is contemplating a return to Chelsea in move that could unsettle new boss Andre Villa-Boas after the one-time FA Cup winning Blues manager revealed he would like to come back to England.[LNB]The Dutchman has had his contract terminated by the Turkish Football Federation after he failed to guide Turkey to a play-off win over Croatia, missing out on qualification for next summer's European Championship.[LNB]Turkey held Slaven Bilic's side to a 0-0 draw in Zagreb on Tuesday night but their 3-0 defeat at home in Istanbul last Friday proved costly - particularly for Hiddink.[LNB] Walking away: Guus Hiddink's contract as Turkey has been terminated[LNB]A statement on the official TFF website read: 'Following the meeting between Turkish Football Federation Executive Committee and Turkey head coach Guus Hiddink, the Dutch coach's contract has been terminated by mutual consent.[LNB]'We would like to thank Mr Guus Hiddink for his services during his working period, and wish him all the best in his future career.'[LNB]Ajax would like the 65-year-old to return to his homeland Holland in a director of football capacity but it is a similar role at Stamford Bridge that Hiddink could turn to instead.[LNB]Hiddink insists he will not rush his decision but hinted a reunion with the likes of John Terry and Frank Lampard could be on the cards.[LNB] Silver service: Hiddink was a popular figure at Chelsea, guiding the Blues to FA Cup success in 2009[LNB]'I've not made up my mind about the future yet,' he said. [LNB]'I'm going to take some time off and then we will see what happens, but I had a wonderful time in England.[LNB] 'It was great at Chelsea, a terrific time, but that doesn't mean I am ready to start tomorrow. I need some time to reflect.'[LNB] Hiddink was popular figure at Chelsea when he took over from Luiz Felipe Scolari on a caretaker basis in 2009 and guided the club to FA Cup glory.[LNB]The players did not want him to leave before he opted to resume his full-time role at the time with Russia and it is understood he remains a close friend and confidant to owner Roman Abramovich.[LNB] Friends: Hiddink is a close confidant to Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich[LNB]His possible return, however, could put pressure on young Portuguese boss Villas-Boas who has seen his side lose three league games so far this season, putting them nine points behind leaders Manchester City in fourth place.[LNB] Look out: Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas[LNB]'I'm not ready to retire, I like to be involved with a team on a daily basis,' Hiddink added.[LNB]'But maybe I am ready to step out of the limelight a little bit, away from the cameras. Hopefully I will still be involved but perhaps it will be as an adviser or a consultant.'[LNB] Croatia 0 Turkey 0 (3-0 agg): Bilic's troops act revenge for Euro 2008 heartbreak Villas-Boas denies FA's improper conduct charge for criticising referee Foy Chelsea striker Sturridge reveals agony over race probe involving own fan All the latest Chelsea news, features and opinion [LNB]
