Chelsea have confirmed that Enzo Maresca leaves Chelsea following a rapid breakdown in relations with the club’s hierarchy. The Italian coach departs despite recent successes, including winning the UEFA Conference League and the FIFA Club World Cup, highlighting the turbulent nature of his tenure.
Maresca’s position had been under scrutiny since September, but tensions escalated in recent weeks. After Chelsea’s 2-0 victory over Everton on 13 December, Enzo Maresca leaves Chelsea after publicly referencing his “worst 48 hours” at the club, a remark widely interpreted as frustration with the hierarchy and limited support.
Club Statement on Enzo Maresca Leaves Chelsea
In an official statement, Chelsea said:
“During his time at the Club, Enzo Maresca leaves Chelsea having led the team to success in the UEFA Conference League and the FIFA Club World Cup. These achievements will remain an important part of the Club’s recent history. With key objectives still to play for across four competitions, both parties believe a change gives the team the best chance of getting the season back on track.”
The Italian had a contract until 2029 with an option for an additional year, but Enzo Maresca leaves Chelsea by mutual agreement. Chelsea currently sit fifth in the Premier League, 15 points behind leaders Arsenal, following a run of just one win in seven league matches.
Attention now turns to potential successors. Strasbourg coach Liam Rosenior is reportedly the frontrunner, as Enzo Maresca leaves Chelsea, the club looks to stabilize under new leadership. Rosenior has impressed Chelsea’s ownership during his time at Strasbourg, another club in the same group, while Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola is also considered an option.
Sources indicate that Enzo Maresca leaves Chelsea amid disagreements over the “head coach” structure, with the Italian reportedly seeking greater influence over player recruitment—a change the club was unwilling to implement. Chelsea leadership is also cautious about mid-season managerial changes after the 2022–23 upheaval.
Chelsea face a packed January schedule, beginning with an away match against Manchester City, as the club adjusts to life after Enzo Maresca leaves Chelsea and aims to regain momentum across four competitions.
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