Chelsea Football Club has officially parted ways with head coach Enzo Maresca, effective January 1, 2026. The Italian coach's tenure was marked by a tumultuous relationship with the club's board, culminating in his dismissal after a disappointing run of results. Maresca's last seven matches yielded only one win, leaving Chelsea in fifth place in the Premier League. 

Maresca, 45, had a promising start to his Chelsea career, guiding the team to the UEFA Conference League title and the FIFA Club World Cup in 2025. He joined Chelsea in June 2024 after leading Leicester City to Premier League promotion. However, his time at Stamford Bridge was marred by controversy, including a public outburst where he criticized the club's lack of support. 

The club's statement cited "key objectives still to play for" as the reason for Maresca's departure, wishing him well in his future endeavors. Potential successors include Strasbourg manager Liam Rosenior and former England manager Gareth Southgate.