Chelsea board weighs Enzo Maresca future at Stamford Bridge as poor Premier League run and fan anger deepen in west London

Enzo Maresca isn’t packing his bags just yet, but the ground beneath him at Chelsea is undeniably shaking.

One league win in seven has dragged the Blues into a worrying slump, and patience at Stamford Bridge is thinning.

The message from above is clear enough: sort the form out, or the conversation changes fast.

A Frustrating Night at the Bridge

Tuesday’s 2–2 draw with Bournemouth summed up the mood.

Watched closely by the club’s senior figures, Chelsea let another lead slip, and the frustration spilled from the stands.

When Maresca hooked Cole Palmer just after the hour mark, the reaction was brutal — boos rang out, followed by chants questioning his judgement.

Silent Walks and a Sudden Absence

As the final whistle blew, the hierarchy, including co-owner Behdad Eghbali, made their usual exit down the tunnel.

Maresca, however, was missing in action shortly after.

He pulled out of his media duties, explaining to staff that he felt unwell and couldn’t face interviews.

Whispers of a Shock Exit

By New Year’s Eve, rumours were swirling.

Some reports suggested Maresca might even consider walking away.

Those close to him stayed silent when asked for comment, only adding to the uncertainty surrounding his position.

The Summer Plan — With an Asterisk

Chelsea’s original intention was to assess Maresca properly during a scheduled review this summer, two years into his reign.

That plan still exists, but it’s no longer set in stone.

If results don’t improve soon, the club are prepared to move earlier.

There’s also the possibility of a mutual parting, should Maresca feel he can’t continue.

Talent on Paper, Trouble on the Pitch

Inside the club, there’s a belief this squad should be delivering more.

The ambition is clear: a top-four finish.

Yet the Bournemouth draw was another missed opportunity in a growing list.

Chelsea have now thrown away 15 points from winning positions this season — more than any other Premier League side.

From Title Talk to a Reality Check

Not long ago, Chelsea were hovering around the title discussion.

Now they sit fifth, uncomfortably closer to 17th-placed Nottingham Forest than league leaders Arsenal.

The slide has been sharp, and confidence has taken a hit.

January: No Time to Breathe

There’s no easing into the new year. January brings nine matches, starting with a daunting trip to Manchester City this Sunday.

The schedule leaves little room for recovery — or excuses.

City Links and Old Frustrations

Adding to the tension are links between Maresca and Manchester City, should Pep Guardiola step aside in the summer.

Those rumours followed his much-talked-about “worst 48 hours” comments earlier this season — remarks that caught Chelsea’s bosses off guard and were never fully explained.

Backed Before, But This ..Time Feels Different

Chelsea stood by Maresca during a similar rough patch last winter.

This time, though, the mood is more uneasy.

His vague, sometimes puzzling press conference answers have only deepened the sense of confusion behind the scenes.

What’s Next?

For now, Maresca remains in charge — but the margin for error is shrinking by the week.

With a packed January ahead and patience wearing thin, the next run of games may decide whether this story calms down… or reaches its breaking point.

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