Zola tips Carlo's Blues to challenge

Gianfranco Zola believes Chelsea will pose the biggest challenge to Manchester United's crown following the appointment of Carlo Ancelotti.

The West Ham boss feels Ancelotti will bring an element of competition to the Premier League, believing his Chelsea side will be more than capable of challenging for top honours.

Ancelotti was appointed as boss of the Blues side after mutually terminating his contract with AC Milan.

Zola spent seven years at Stamford Bridge as a player, and believes his countryman can bring success to Chelsea once more.

Speaking to Daily Star Sunday, Zola said: "For Carlo it is an opportunity to start over.

"He will have enormous motivation and with his skills and Chelsea's he can do well, very well.

"He can break Manchester United's dominance, making the Premier League more fascinating."