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Liam Rosenior landed in London on Sunday. The Strasbourg manager prepares for formal interviews with Chelsea’s leadership. Sources confirm the 41-year-old Englishman stands as the leading candidate to replace Enzo Maresca. Chelsea parted ways with Maresca on New Year’s Day. Internal tensions prompted the Italian’s exit after 18 months. The club now turns to Rosenior for continuity and fresh energy.
Liam Rosenior arrives in London to discuss taking over as Chelsea…Rosenior traveled with Strasbourg president Marc Keller and sporting director David Weir. Talks accelerate quickly. Chelsea aims to finalize the appointment soon, possibly before their midweek Premier League match.
BlueCo owns both Chelsea and Strasbourg. This connection smooths the transition. The group prioritizes finding a strong replacement for Rosenior in France first.
Rosenior took charge at Strasbourg in June 2024. He guided the team to seventh in Ligue 1. His side also competes strongly in the Conference League. The coach favors possession-based football. He builds with young talent and uses fluid formations. His approach aligns closely with Maresca’s previous setup at Chelsea.
Chelsea’s sporting directors know Rosenior well. Some worked with him at Brighton and Hull. They value his innovative ideas and player development skills.
