Chelsea makes a crucial decision regarding the future of coach Enzo Maresca.

29/09/2025 10:34:00 ceshi

Despite increasing criticism from supporters after two straight Premier League losses, Chelsea’s leadership insists they have no plans to sack coach Enzo Maresca.

Instead, the club’s top management continues to place great trust in the Italian coach, viewing the current challenges as temporary and fully resolvable during the remainder of the season.

In the last two matches, Chelsea suffered defeats against Manchester United and Brighton, which led to significant complaints aimed at Maresca. However, according to the analysis from Stamford Bridge officials, the situation is not as dire as social media portrays. Notably, in both losses, The Blues were down to fewer players after goalkeeper Robert Sanchez and defender Trevoh Chalobah were sent off. Looking more broadly, in Chelsea’s last five defeats over the past six months, four matches involved red cards against the team. This key detail helps to mitigate Maresca’s responsibility.

Beyond disciplinary issues, Chelsea has also been heavily affected by injuries. Cole Palmer, Liam Delap, and several other important players have been sidelined, forcing coach Maresca to rotate the squad amid a dense fixture schedule. Therefore, the club’s leadership believes that once the squad is fully available, the team will regain its usual form.

Maresca remains supported.

In the post-match press conference following the 1-3 loss to Brighton, Maresca admitted that Chelsea made things difficult for themselves through unnecessary "gifts." He stressed: "In the Premier League, you cannot keep making mistakes like red cards or defensive errors. We have to learn to fix these, and fast." Nevertheless, the Italian coach also pointed out that in the first half, Chelsea fully controlled the game and created many chances, proving that the team is not in a tactical crisis.

Chelsea’s management’s calmness is easier to understand when reviewing last season. The Blues went through a much tougher period, winning only 3 out of 12 matches during winter, yet still managed to win two trophies (Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup) and finish in the Premier League’s top four. This is why co-owner Behdad Eghbali and his team remain steadfast, not giving in to negative public opinion.

Chelsea’s objective this season remains very clear: finish in the top four to qualify for next season’s Champions League and advance deep into cup competitions. Ahead, Maresca’s squad faces a critical week: hosting Jose Mourinho’s Benfica in the Champions League, followed by a clash with reigning champions Liverpool in the Premier League. This will be a tough test for the 45-year-old coach’s abilities but also a chance for him to prove he deserves the trust of the club’s hierarchy.

A source within Stamford Bridge revealed that the plan to evaluate Maresca’s future will only take place at the end of the season, rather than being influenced by short-term results. The club understands that the current campaign is still volatile due to the demands of the Club World Cup and Champions League, so judging prematurely would be unfair.

Of course, this support does not imply that Maresca is "exempt from responsibility." The leadership admits that performance needs to improve in the short term to reassure fans, especially with Chelsea currently in 8th place and 7 points behind leaders Liverpool. Still, they believe that with the strong summer reinforcements and an established playing style, the Italian coach has the necessary tools to steer the team back on course.

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