Softfootball understands that Chelsea Football Club has brought Enzo Maresca's spell at Stamford Bridge to a sudden end, confirming today, January 1, 2026, that the head coach has left the club with immediate effect.
The call was made quickly, but inside the club, it did not come as a total surprise, following what sources describe as a very tense 24 to 48 hours behind closed doors.
The club has been clear that this decision was not triggered by one poor performance or a single frustrating draw. While recent results certainly added pressure, the real issue was a breakdown in trust and direction between Maresca and Chelsea's ownership group.
