Liam Rosenior confirms Chelsea move, says it's an 'opportunity I cannot turn down'
Liam Rosenior has confirmed he's set to replace Enzo Maresca as Chelsea's next manager. The 41-year-old Strasbourg boss announced the move during a Tuesday press conference, revealing he has a verbal agreement with the Blues.
"It looks like I am going to be the next manager of that football club," Rosenior said. "It's an opportunity I cannot turn down." He becomes Chelsea's fourth permanent boss since BlueCo took control in 2022.
Rosenior was in London on Monday to finalize terms. The appointment is expected to be made official in the next few hours. He explained he wanted to announce the news personally in Strasbourg due to his close relationship with the Ligue 1 side.
Chelsea currently sits mid-table after a turbulent season under Maresca. Rosenior arrives with growing managerial reputation after transforming Strasbourg into Ligue 1 contenders. For Chelsea fans, this represents another gamble on young managerial talent—will Rosenior deliver stability or become the latest casualty of BlueCo's revolving door?"