That's the verdict of former Blues defender Mario Melchiot in the wake of the legendary midfielder's decision to hang up his boots.
Pirlo announced his retirement this week following a playing career that took in spells at seven clubs in Italy and the USA.
And he's been tipped to reunite with Antonio Conte at Stamford Bridge, having played under the Chelsea boss for his country and at Juventus.
Speculation over Pirlo potentially heading to west London has intensified this week in the wake of Michael Emenalo quitting his role as Chelsea technical director.
He will probably want to take a break and spend time with his family back in Italy before making his next move
Former Chelsea defender Mario Melchiot offers his verdict on Andrea Pirlo's plans
Melchiot has now had his say on what Pirlo is likely to do before making a decision on what his future holds.
"It has been rumored that Pirlo might join Conte at Chelsea as a coach," Melchiot explained on his personal blog.
"I don’t know if they’re true, and he will probably want to take a break and spend time with his family back in Italy before making his next move.
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Andrea Pirlo has been tipped to join Antonio Conte's backroom staff at Chelsea
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Andrea Pirlo saw Chelsea train and took in their Premier League game against West Brom last season
"But here is to hoping that he could become part of the Blues setup!"
Chelsea, meanwhile, went into the international break off the back of a 1-0 win over Manchester United.
They'll be hoping to continue that form when they return to Premier League action next week.
Conte's men visit West Brom on Saturday November 18.
