Chelsea, Man City and Enzo Maresca
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Chelsea and head coach Enzo Maresca have parted ways with immediate effect less than two years into his contract. The Athletic reported earlier on Thursday that the club’s board were to meet that day to discuss Maresca’s future, with Chelsea winless in their past three games.
Maresca’s shock departure came on New Year’s Day after his relationship with Chelsea senior officials broke down beyond repair. Interim manager Calum McFarlane stepped up to lead the Blues to a 1–1 draw with Manchester City on Sunday evening, but the Under-21 boss is not expected to keep his place on the first-team’s touchline for long.
Chelsea confirmed Thursday they have parted ways with manager Enzo Maresca ahead of Sunday's game against Manchester City.
Enzo Maresca, who has been relieved of his duties at Stamford Bridge, revealed to Chelsea on a couple of occasions prior to his New Year's Day dismissal that he has held talks with officials at Manchester City regarding a potential opportunity to succeed Pep Guardiola at the Etihad Stadium.
Chelsea winger Pedro Neto has admitted he was caught off guard by the news of Enzo Maresca’s departure from the club earlier this week. After weeks of growing tensions behind the scenes, Maresca’s exit from Chelsea was made official on Jan. 1 after both club and manager accepted the breakdown of their relationship was irreparable.