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The Digest:

Chelsea Football Club has parted ways with head coach Enzo Maresca less than two years into his tenure, announcing a mutual separation as the season reaches a critical juncture. The club stated the move was made to give the team the "best chance" of salvaging key objectives across four remaining competitions.

Key Points:
  • The club confirmed the departure in an official statement on Thursday.
  • Maresca’s tenure included winning the UEFA Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup.
  • Both parties agreed to part ways, citing the need to get the season “back on track.”
  • Chelsea currently competes in four tournaments, with Champions League qualification a key aim.
  • Maresca joined Chelsea after winning the English Championship with Leicester in 2024.
  • A new manager is expected to be appointed before Sunday's Premier League clash with Manchester City.
  • The decision underscores the club's urgency during a period of underperformance.
The abrupt exit marks another managerial turn in the turbulent storm of Chelsea’s modern era, where silverware has not shielded leadership from the relentless pressure for immediate, consistent success.

Sources: Chelsea FC Official Statement