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FORMER Chelsea managers Roberto Di Matteo and Avram Grant are battling it out to take charge at second division German club 1860 Munich.

The Bundesliga 2 side are on the hunt for a new gaffer after sacking Kosta Runjaic for his dismal start to the campaign.

Roberto Di Matteo is in the running to take charge at 1860 Munich
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Roberto Di Matteo is in the running to take charge at 1860 MunichCredit: Reuters

1860 are just one point above the relegation zone after 13 matches and now want an experienced boss to lead them to the top flight.


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reports that Di Matteo is the frontrunner to land the job after being axed by Aston Villa earlier this season.

Despite winning the Champions League with Chelsea in 2012, the Italian has struggled in the dugout.

Avram Grant is Di Matteo's main rival for the job
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Avram Grant is Di Matteo's main rival for the jobCredit: EPA
Things didn't go to plan for Di Matteo at Aston Villa
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Things didn't go to plan for Di Matteo at Aston VillaCredit: Reuters

Di Matteo was fired by the Blues later that year and last just eight months at Schalke.

He managed just one win in 12 games during his brief spell at Villa Park and must now see off competition from Chelsea predecessor Grant in order to get his managerial career back off the ground.


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Di Matteo famously led Chelsea to Champions League glory in 2012
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Di Matteo famously led Chelsea to Champions League glory in 2012Credit: Getty Images
Grant also took charge at Chelsea for a brief period of time
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Grant also took charge at Chelsea for a brief period of timeCredit: PA:Press Association

The Israeli is currently Ghana gaffer and boasts more experience than Di Matteo.

As well as Chelsea, Grant has also managed the likes of West Ham and Portsmouth, and is sure to feel confident of landing the 1860 gig.

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