London, Jan 1 (NationPress) The renowned football club Chelsea has made the decision to part ways with their manager Enzo Maresca after a lackluster performance in the Premier League 2025-26 season, securing only one win in their last seven encounters.

The six-time champions recently let an opportunity for victory slip away at Stamford Bridge, ending in a 2-2 draw against the Cherries. Currently, Chelsea sits in fifth place in the Premier League, having accumulated 30 points, and is set to clash with Manchester City this Sunday. Additionally, they are positioned 13th in the UEFA Champions League group stage.

A statement from Chelsea confirmed, "Chelsea Football Club and Head Coach Enzo Maresca have mutually agreed to part ways. During his tenure, Enzo achieved notable success, including winning the UEFA Conference League and the FIFA Club World Cup, which will forever be significant milestones in the club’s recent journey. We express our gratitude for his contributions to the team."

"With critical objectives remaining across four competitions, including the pursuit of Champions League qualification, both Enzo and the club believe that a change is essential to steer the team back on course. We wish Enzo the best in his future endeavors," the statement continued.

Enzo Maresca took charge as Chelsea's manager in July 2024. Over the course of his tenure, the club played 92 matches, yielding an impressive 55 victories. On May 28, 2025, he celebrated his first trophy as Chelsea's manager by winning the UEFA Conference League, defeating Real Betis 4-1 in the final, marking Chelsea as the only team to have won all three major UEFA competitions.

In July 2025, he also led the team to triumph in the inaugural edition of the expanded FIFA Club World Cup, securing a 3-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the final. This resulted in two titles for him in his first year as manager. However, the second year produced different results, impacting his rapport with fans and the club's board, ultimately leading to his departure three years prior to the completion of his contract, which was slated to end in 2029.