Chelsea Parts Ways with Enzo Maresca After Tumultuous Run at Stamford Bridge Leaving Club Scrambling for New Manager
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Chelsea Parts Ways with Enzo Maresca After Tumultuous Run at Stamford Bridge Leaving Club Scrambling for New Manager

Chelsea have officially ended their relationship with head coach Enzo Maresca, with the club expected to announce a new manager in the coming days, according to sources close to Daily Mail Sport.

The decision comes after a dramatic breakdown in the bond between the Italian and Chelsea’s hierarchy.

The move follows a challenging period for the Blues, who have managed only one win in their last seven Premier League fixtures.

Fans and insiders alike have long sensed trouble behind the scenes, and Maresca’s departure has now made that clear.

Who Could Take the Helm?

Chelsea are reportedly considering a shortlist of candidates to take over, with Liam Rosenior topping the betting odds.

Plans are already being prepared for Sunday’s high-profile trip to Manchester City, although it’s possible that Maresca’s successor could step in for Wednesday’s London derby against Fulham.

Other names in consideration include Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola.

Meanwhile, former Brighton manager Roberto de Zerbi, now at Marseille, is no longer in the mix, and club legends like Cesc Fabregas and John Terry are also not under serious consideration.

The Breaking Point

Maresca’s exit was preceded by a public outburst in which he described the 48 hours after a win over Everton as “his worst.”

Sources suggest that this reflected serious tension with Chelsea’s medical team, particularly over how injured players were being managed and returned to action.

Other incidents reportedly contributed to the club’s decision:

  • Maresca skipped a post-match press conference citing illness, a move the hierarchy deemed unprofessional and unfair to stand-in goalkeeper Willy Caballero.

  • He ignored medical advice regarding player fitness, reportedly overplaying individuals recovering from injury.

  • Rumors emerged linking him to a return to Manchester City, where he previously worked under Pep Guardiola.

The club has reached out to Maresca for comment, but at this stage, there has been no public response.

Stability Over Overhaul

Chelsea officials have emphasized that the new manager is expected to maintain continuity, rather than overhaul the squad mid-season.

Despite recent struggles, the team remains fifth in the Premier League, and there are still opportunities to achieve key objectives across four competitions, including Champions League qualification.

Should the new appointment take time, Caballero could temporarily oversee the team.

Club insiders stressed the importance of managing the transition responsibly, particularly given Maresca’s recent dismissal.

Club Statement

Chelsea released an official statement on the departure:

*”Chelsea Football Club and Head Coach Enzo Maresca have parted company.

During his time at the Club, Enzo led the team to success in the UEFA Conference League and the FIFA Club World Cup.

Those achievements will remain an important part of the Club’s recent history, and we thank him for his contributions to the Club.

With key objectives still to play for across four competitions including qualification for Champions League football, Enzo and the Club believe a change gives the team the best chance of getting the season back on track.

We wish Enzo well for the future.”*

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