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John Terry Doubts He Will Ever Manage Chelsea, Calls It His Last Dream

The Chelsea great says he keeps being told he lacks experience despite years in coaching roles.

Overview

  • In a TikTok video on Oct. 22, Terry said managing Chelsea is his “one last dream” and admitted he is unsure it will ever happen.
  • He recounted interviews where he was told he had “no experience,” describing the feedback as “difficult to fathom.”
  • His post‑playing résumé includes three years as Aston Villa assistant, a consultancy role at Chelsea, a stint at Leicester City, and a current position with Chelsea’s academy.
  • Outlets report he has been considered or interviewed for roles, including at Derby County, but he has not been appointed to a senior head‑coach job.
  • Former teammates such as Frank Lampard, Steven Gerrard and Wayne Rooney have already held top managerial posts, underscoring the contrast he highlighted.