Enzo Maresca is close to being dismissed as Chelsea head coach following a complete breakdown in his relationship with the club’s hierarchy.
The Italian, formerly in charge of Leicester City, is facing the sack after tensions with senior figures at Chelsea worsened. He notably skipped his customary post-match press conference after Tuesday’s 2–2 Premier League draw against Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge, a match during which he was booed by sections of the home support.
It is widely expected that Maresca will not be on the touchline for Sunday’s away fixture against Manchester City. Reports suggest a separation could be confirmed as early as Thursday.
Sources claim Maresca himself is keen to leave the club, although it remains uncertain whether he would do so without compensation. His current contract runs until 2029, with an option for an additional year.
According to The Guardian, a mutual parting of ways is anticipated, with Chelsea preparing to move on before the weekend clash at the Etihad Stadium.
Signs of strain had already emerged earlier this month after a 2–0 victory over Everton, when Maresca remarked: “Since I joined the club, the last 48 hours have been the worst I’ve experienced because many people didn’t support us.”
When asked to explain the statement further, he reiterated: “The worst 48 hours since I joined the club because people didn’t support me and the team.”
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