Chelsea management are understood to be reconsidering Enzo Maresca’s position at Stamford Bridge, with reports suggesting that the club’s owners, Clearlake Capital, have opened the lines of communication with a potential successor who is currently in charge of another club.
Although no official decision has been made, the development highlights the growing uncertainty about the long-term direction of Chelsea’s sporting project.
A reliable source at X has confirmed that the Blues are already in contact with another manager to replace Maresca at Stamford Bridge.
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“Enzo Maresca’s position is under review, and Chelsea’s owners Clearlake Capital are already in talks with a potential new manager at another club” pic.twitter.com/KuNWIODDGi
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The latest update comes after Chelsea drew 2-2 at home to Bournemouth, a result that left the Blues 15 points behind league leaders Arsenal.
Chelsea managers are busy making emergency plans
Although no official decision has been made, the development highlights the growing uncertainty about the long-term direction of Chelsea’s sporting project.
Although he has experienced success at this club, as Chelsea’s Club World Cup and UEFA Conference League triumphs are testament to that, however, this club is still a million miles away from winning the Premier League title and competing with the likes of Arsenal and Manchester City.
Maresca’s record this season is poor, given Chelsea’s high standards.
| Competition | The same | It wins | Drawings | Loss | win % | GF | GA |
| The Premier League | 19 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 42.1% | 32 | 21 |
| The Champions League | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 50.0% | 13 | 8 |
| EFL Cup | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100% | 9 | 5 |
| Total | 28 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 50.0% | 54 | 34 |
Who can replace Enzo Maresca?
Sources close to the club indicate that this review process is not a sign that Maresca is about to be fired. Rather, it reflects Clearlake’s penchant for being prepared for all situations.
Chelsea’s recent history has shown how quickly conditions can change, and the owners are keen to avoid getting caught if results don’t improve or if the project is stuck.
Internally, Maresca is still believed to have the support of key figures at the club. Chelsea have been dealing with a tough schedule, injuries at key positions and the challenge of molding a squad full of young talent to match the Premier League’s potential.
However, patience has no limit. Chelsea’s ambitions remain focused on returning to the top flight of English and European football.
Strasbourg manager Liam Rosenior may be one of the candidates to replace Maresca in the club.
Their dream target remains Zinedine Zidane, who is now a free agent.
