AUSTRALIAN football fans are set to get the first glimpse of Chelsea’s new manager when the English Premier League giants travel to Perth next week.

It’s understood that Maurizio Sarri, who will officially be named as Antonio Conte’s replacement, will arrive in Perth with his new squad on Thursday night.

CHELSEA SACK ANTONIO CONTE

Former Napoli coach Maurizio Sarri will take over from the sacked Antonio Conte. Source: Getty Images

His appointment comes after the long-running saga over Conte’s future ended with Chelsea finally sacking the Italian manager just days into the club’s preseason.

Sarri, the former Napoli coach, is believed to be excited about the trip to Australia and is keen to begin working with his new squad of players.

Sarri’s first game in charge of the Blues will be against Perth Glory on Monday night, July 23.

Though Chelsea’s players who were involved at the World Cup won’t be travelling to Perth, it’s understood a number of high-profile first-team regulars will be, including Cesc Fabregas and David Luiz.

Cesc Fabregas is expected to make the trip. Source: AFP

Chelsea will also be bringing the FA Cup trophy with them, which will be on show for fans at their free open training session at the WACA next Saturday evening from 6pm.

The match will take place at the new Optus Stadium in Perth, with close to 60,000 fans expected to attend.

Chelsea defender Marcos Alonso is looking forward to his first trip to Australia, as well as playing against Perth in a game that will provide the team with important pre-season preparation.

“It’s always exciting to play in new places and I hope we get to see what the city has to offer,” Alonso told chelseafc.com.

“It’s a great opportunity for us to see our fans from the other side of the world. We feel their support throughout the year but we know they can’t always see us play.

“I have heard the stadium is really cool and maybe it won’t be as hot there as it has been in England! We hope to put on a good show for the fans. We have to take these games seriously.”