The Villa hierarchy attempted to convince the 40-year-old to stay.
Victory at Stamford Bridge moved the Argentinian’s side to within three points of the top six and spot in the Europa League next season.
English football’s second tier has put on a show all season as it reaches its final day with plenty still to play for, and is increasingly attractive to coaches and players across Europe
Spurs’ top-four bid has been halted by a run of three straight defeats.