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Chelsea Football Club has officially confirmed the departure of head coach Enzo Maresca on Thursday (January 1), bringing an end to his 18-month stint at Stamford Bridge. The surprise announcement came amid a challenging Premier League run, with the club citing the need for a fresh approach to salvage the season.
Chelsea's official statement
The club released a short statement, citing the reason for Enzo Maresca's exit.
"Chelsea Football Club and Head Coach Enzo Maresca have parted company. During his time at the Club, Enzo led the team to success in the UEFA Conference League and the FIFA Club World Cup. Those achievements will remain an important part of the Club’s recent history, and we thank him for his contributions to the Club."
"With key objectives still to play for across four competitions, including qualification for Champions League football, Enzo and the Club believe a change gives the team the best chance of getting the season back on track," the statement added.
"We wish Enzo well for the future," the statement concluded.
Breaking down the reason behind Enzo Maresca's departure
The release highlighted gratitude for past successes while pinpointing the main reason that both sides agree that a managerial switch is essential to get the season back on track. Chelsea are still competing in the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, and Carabao Cup, making top-four qualification a priority.
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