Chelsea Sacks Enzo Maresca Amid Ownership Tussle Rumours, Poor Form

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CNBC TV18•01-01-2026, 19:06
Chelsea Sacks Enzo Maresca Amid Ownership Tussle Rumours, Poor Form
- •Chelsea has parted ways with manager Enzo Maresca after a poor run of form, securing only one win in their last seven Premier League games.
- •Rumours suggest a tussle between Maresca and the club ownership contributed to his departure.
- •Despite a successful first season winning the UEFA Conference League, FIFA Club World Cup, and securing Champions League qualification, Chelsea slipped from 3rd to 5th place.
- •The club statement cited a belief that a change offers the team the "best chance of getting the season back on track."
- •No immediate replacement has been announced ahead of Chelsea's upcoming match against Manchester City.
Why It Matters: Chelsea fires successful manager Enzo Maresca due to recent poor form and alleged ownership conflict.
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