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Enzo Maresca on the Brink at Chelsea After Poor Run, Report Says

Chelsea is reportedly holding emergency talks over manager Enzo Maresca's future following a poor run of just one win in seven Premier League games. The Italian manager skipped his post-match press conference after a disappointing 2-2 draw with Bournemouth, where he was booed by home supporters. Despite recent success in cup competitions, including winning the UEFA Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup, the team's league form has put his position in serious jeopardy. Maresca's contract runs until 2029, but a report suggests he may not even be in charge for the upcoming match against Manchester City.

Key Points: Chelsea's Maresca Faces Exit After Poor Form: Report

  • Emergency talks over future
  • Skipped press conference
  • Poor recent league form
  • Contract runs until 2029
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Enzo Maresca on brink of leaving Chelsea: Report

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca's future is in doubt as the club holds emergency talks following a slump in Premier League form, reports say.

"It is expected that the Italian manager... will not be in charge for Sunday's trip to Manchester City. - The Guardian"

London, Jan 1

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca is facing an uncertain future at Stamford Bridge as the club's poor run in the Premier League 2025-26 has raised serious concerns over his position. The West London-based club has won only one of their last seven Premier League games and has slipped to fifth position in the points table.

The six-time Premier League winners let another victory slip through their fingers at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday, drawing 2-2 with the Cherries. After the match, manager Enzo Maresca skipped the press conference, citing illness.

According to a report by The Guardian, Chelsea is set to open the new year by holding emergency talks over Maresca's position. It is expected that the Italian manager, who was booed by supporters during the disappointing 2-2 draw with Bournemouth, will not be in charge for Sunday's trip to Manchester City.

The report also said that Maresca wants to leave the club, but it is unclear if he is willing to walk away without a payoff. His contract runs until 2029, with an option for an extra year.

Maresca was appointed Chelsea manager in July 2024. Under his stint, the West London club has played 92 matches so far, and he has a strong record of 55 wins. On May 28, 2025, Maresca won his first trophy as Chelsea manager by lifting the UEFA Conference League after beating Real Betis 4-1 in the final, which meant Chelsea became the only team to win all three of the current main UEFA competitions.

In July 2025, he guided his team to victory in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, the first edition of the expanded competition, with a 3-0 win over the recently crowned Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain in the final.

- IANS

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Priya S
As an Indian Chelsea fan waking up to this news... what a mess! 😓 The problem isn't just Maresca. The squad is bloated, no consistent striker. Boehly and the owners keep changing managers like we change clothes. Where is the long-term vision they promised?
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Aman W
Fifth position is not a disaster, but the performance against Bournemouth was worrying. Skipping the press conference? Not a good look, boss. If he wants to leave, let him go. We need someone who fights for the badge, not just a payoff.
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Sarah B
The contract until 2029 is insane. What were they thinking? Now they're stuck paying another manager to sit at home. The financial mismanagement is staggering. As a neutral fan, it's fascinating drama but terrible for the club's stability.
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Vikram M
Respectfully, the criticism is too harsh. He delivered two trophies! In India, we understand the value of a project. Sack him now and we are back to square one. The players need to take responsibility too. #BackMaresca
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Karthik V
The timing is terrible. Man City away next? If he goes, who comes in? Another interim manager circus? The whole club feels chaotic. As a fan since the Mourinho days, this is painful to watch. Need some calm heads at the top.

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