Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich is keeping skipper John Terry up-to-date on his pursuit of a new manager.

The News of the World says whoever Abramovich chooses, skipper Terry will be one of the first to know. The Russian and chief executive Peter Kenyon value Terry's opinion above all others and will sound him out as soon as possible.

While Terry will have no power of veto, he will be asked to give a frank view of the appointment and how it will be received in the dressing room.