Former Chelsea coach Angelo Alessio is in talks with Kilmarnock.

Sky Sports says Antonio Conte's former assistant Alessio has emerged as a strong candidate to become the next Kilmarnock manager.

Alessio has been interviewed by the Rugby Park board, who are searching for a replacement for Steve Clarke following his appointment as Scotland manager.

Alessio has assisted Conte at Juventus, Italy and at Chelsea in recent years

Kilmarnock have interviewed a number of candidates to replace Clarke over the last fortnight are expected to make an appointment within the next week.

Alessio has assisted Conte during his spells with Juventus, Italy and at Chelsea in recent years.