There are currently two poisoned chalices that aren't worth touching in English football. Fabio Capello vacated the England manager position last month and now the hot seat at Stamford Bridge is waiting to be filled.
Despite the inherent differences in managing domestically and internationally, the two roles pose similar hazards to anyone brave enough to send in a CV to Chelsea and the FA.
Whoever dares to go near those jobs is on a hiding to nothing. Chelsea have more reason to expect silverware (they have the luxury of a player transfer system) and are far more likely to succeed in their competition, but neither team has persisted with a single manager in recent years.
A number of names have been proposed for both the England and Chelsea manager posts. Guardiola, Mourinho, Hiddick, van Gaal, Loew, Redknapp. All are undoubtedly good managers with strong reputations. But none are guaranteed a prolonged crack at staying in charge (as Mourinho can testify from his first spell at the helm).
Redknapp will most likely take charge of the Three Lions at some stage, and Chelsea fans seem desperate to bring back charismatic Jose. But even if those 'dream' appointments are made, there are still major hurdles that will prevent the managers from fulfilling the ambitions of their masters.