Chelsea Sack Enzo Maresca Amid Poor Run Of Results

Chelsea Football Club has parted ways with head coach Enzo Maresca, effective immediately. The decision comes after internal discussions with the board, following a run of poor results and increasing uncertainty over the club's direction.

In a statement, Chelsea FC said: "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."

The club cited the desire for a change to give the team the best chance of getting the season back on track, with key objectives still to be played for across four competitions, including qualification for Champions League football.  Follow & Share Our WhatsApp Channel

According to Sky Sports chief correspondent Kaveh Solhekol, the decision to part ways with Maresca was driven largely by results. Chelsea have managed just one win in their last seven league matches and have dropped 20 points from winning positions this season across the Premier League and the Champions League.

Solhekol also revealed that internal disagreements over player welfare, particularly return-to-play protocols after injury, contributed to the decision. Chelsea operates an independent medical department that has the final say on when players can return and how much they can play, and the head coach is not allowed to overrule those decisions.

Additionally, links between Maresca and Manchester City appearing in the media were seen as an unwanted distraction, especially at a time when results on the pitch were falling short of expectations.

Strasbourg head coach Liam Rosenior is among a small group of candidates being considered to replace Maresca at Chelsea, with a new head coach expected to be announced within days.