The Digest:
Following the departure of Enzo Maresca, Chelsea's board is reportedly considering a surprising internal candidate to fill the managerial vacancy: Liam Rosenior, the current coach of sister club Strasbourg. The 41-year-old Englishman, who has never managed in the Premier League, is seen as a potential successor aligned with the club's philosophy.
Key Points:
- Maresca's exit was reportedly accelerated by comments that "annoyed" and "shocked" club owners Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali.
- Rosenior, under contract at Strasbourg until 2028, is viewed as a ready-to-step-up option within the BlueCo multi-club structure.
- The former Hull City boss is known for a possession-based, risk-taking philosophy that appeals to Chelsea's hierarchy.
- He has impressed in Ligue 1, guiding Strasbourg to seventh place, just outside European qualification.
- Rosenior has Premier League experience as a player but has never managed at that level.
- His appointment would represent a significant, unconventional gamble for the club.
- Maresca departed despite winning the Conference League, Club World Cup, and securing Champions League qualification last season.
Sources: Goal, BBC
