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In May 2008, Lemić's services were enlisted by Chelsea's Roman Abramovich in the club's search for new manager following the dismissal of Avram Grant. Lemić was said to have played an important role in setting up contacts with AC Milan's Carlo Ancelotti and AS Roma's Luciano Spalletti, however the job ultimately went to Luiz Felipe Scolari.