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Chelsea-linked Liam Rosenior has already named club he supports and job he wants
Liam Rosenior has emerged as the leading candidate to succeed Enzo Maresca at Chelsea, with the Strasbourg head coach already having spoken openly in the past about his long-term managerial ambitions.
Maresca officially departed Stamford Bridge on New Year’s Day, with Chelsea confirming that the club and the Italian coach had gone their separate ways following a mutual decision.
The 45-year-old exits after overseeing 92 matches in charge, recording a win rate just shy of 60 per cent.
In its official communication, Chelsea acknowledged Maresca’s achievements, noting that he guided the team to silverware in both the UEFA Conference League and the FIFA Club World Cup.
The club described those successes as a meaningful part of its recent history and expressed appreciation for his efforts during his time in west London. However, with important targets still in sight across multiple competitions, including qualification for the Champions League, both parties felt that a managerial change offered the best opportunity to revive the season and push the team forward.
Attention quickly turned to Rosenior, who currently manages Strasbourg, a club that falls under the ownership umbrella of Chelsea’s parent company, BlueCo. That shared ownership structure could make negotiations relatively straightforward, even though the English coach remains under contract in France until 2028.
At 41, Rosenior has steadily built a reputation as one of the more progressive young coaches in Europe, and a return to English football has long been part of his aspirations.
Earlier this year, Rosenior spoke candidly about his future goals, explaining that while he does not have a fixed destination or timeline in mind, managing again in the Premier League is something he would relish when the opportunity arises.
He has also expressed a deep desire to one day take charge of the England national team, describing it as a dream rather than a prediction. At the same time, he has consistently stressed the importance of remaining fully committed to his current role, making it clear that progress toward those ambitions depends on delivering results with the players and club he is working with now.
Rosenior has also shown an appreciation for footballing tradition and history, previously speaking about the emotional impact of leading a historic club and how walking into iconic stadiums serves as a reminder of the responsibility that comes with management at the highest level.
He has described such opportunities as privileges that reinforce his motivation to succeed as a coach.
His management journey began shortly after his playing career ended at Brighton in 2018, where he transitioned into coaching the club’s under-23 side. In 2019, he joined Derby County as a first-team coach and later became assistant manager when Wayne Rooney took charge in 2021.
Following Rooney’s exit in 2022, Rosenior briefly stepped in as interim boss, gaining valuable experience in a challenging environment.
His first permanent managerial appointment came at Hull City in November 2022, where he made an immediate impact.
Despite guiding the Tigers to a seventh-place finish in the Championship during the 2023/24 season, a significant improvement on the club’s 19th-place finish the year before his arrival, he was unexpectedly dismissed at the end of the campaign. Since then, his work at Strasbourg has only strengthened his standing, making him a prominent contender as Chelsea considers their next move in the dugout.
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‘We want him’ – Club chief confirms he wants to sign Man Utd outcast in permanent transfer
Andre Onana could remain in Turkey beyond his loan spell, with Trabzonspor keen to secure him on a permanent deal.
The 30-year-old moved to Trabzonspor after falling out of favour at Manchester United, who brought in Senne Lammens last summer. Since then, Lammens has established himself as the club’s first-choice keeper, paving the way for Onana’s temporary switch.
In Turkey, however, Onana has rediscovered his form and quickly become a key figure. He recently grabbed attention with a standout performance in the Turkish Cup, saving three consecutive penalties to help his side overcome Samsunspor and reach the semi-finals.
The moment sparked widespread reactions online, especially from United supporters recalling their earlier penalty shootout defeat to Grimsby Town, where Onana managed just one save.
Trabzonspor president Ertugrul Dogan has openly expressed the club’s desire to keep the goalkeeper. He indicated that while Onana has his own career plans, the club would be eager to make the move permanent if the circumstances align, leaving the final decision in the player’s hands.
Back in England, United are expected to consider selling Onana, particularly with Lammens now firmly established as their number one. The club will likely aim to recover a significant portion of the £47.5 million they paid to sign him from Inter Milan in 2023, with two years still remaining on his contract.
Beyond his cup heroics, Onana has been a consistent presence in the league, starting every match for Trabzonspor and playing a vital role in their push for the title. His performances have earned strong praise in Turkey, with the club currently sitting third in the table, just six points behind leaders Galatasaray.
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Man City place Arsenal ‘bottles’ for sale outside Etihad Stadium before 2025/26 Premier League decider
Manchester City appear to have kicked off the psychological battle ahead of their Premier League showdown with Arsenal.
In the build-up to the match, bottles branded with the Arsenal logo were reportedly being sold outside the stadium, priced cheaply and seemingly intended as a tongue-in-cheek way for home fans to mock the visiting supporters.
The stunt draws inspiration from a recent viral moment at Stamford Bridge, where a City fan was seen jokingly “drinking Arsenal tears” during their emphatic 3-0 win over Chelsea—a clip that quickly spread across social media.
With tensions already high given the importance of the fixture, the gesture adds another layer to the rivalry between the two sides. Arsenal, meanwhile, will be focused on responding where it matters most—on the pitch—as they aim to silence critics and deliver a strong result in what could be a defining game in the title race.
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Bruno Fernandes responds to Manchester United star’s dig at Chelsea flop Alejandro Garnacho
Alejandro Garnacho faced criticism from his former Manchester United teammates following Chelsea’s latest Premier League setback.
A first-half goal from Matheus Cunha secured a narrow but important win for United, strengthening the position of Michael Carrick’s side in the race for Champions League qualification. Chelsea, meanwhile, continue to struggle, with the defeat marking their fourth consecutive league loss without finding the net.
Pressure is mounting on head coach Liam Rosenior, who only took charge a few months ago after replacing Enzo Maresca. While the club has not publicly wavered in its support, questions are beginning to emerge over several players, including Garnacho, whose performances have failed to meet expectations since his £40 million move from Old Trafford.
Reports suggest Chelsea could be open to offers for the 21-year-old after a difficult start to life at Stamford Bridge. He had an early opportunity to impress against his former side after coming on for the injured Estevao, but once again struggled to make an impact, finding it hard to break through a United defence that was missing several first-choice centre-backs.

Garnacho also received a hostile reception from United supporters during the match, and the reaction appeared to carry over beyond the pitch. After the game, Luke Shaw shared an image on social media showing himself standing over Garnacho following a challenge. Bruno Fernandes responded with a playful but pointed comment, while former teammate Alex Telles also joined in with reactions.
Chelsea’s broader struggles are becoming increasingly concerning. They now sit four points behind Liverpool in the race for fifth place, despite having played an extra game. The current run—four straight league defeats without scoring—is their worst in nearly three decades, with an even longer drought not seen since 1912.

Across all competitions, the form is equally worrying, with six losses in their last seven matches and 16 goals conceded during that stretch. A significant portion of their recent goals have come in a single outing against Port Vale, highlighting their lack of consistency in front of goal.
After the match, Rosenior admitted uncertainty about what failing to qualify for the Champions League could mean for his future. He acknowledged the result was difficult to take, especially given that Chelsea created numerous chances but failed to convert them. He pointed out that United capitalised on a limited opportunity, while his side were unable to make their attacking pressure count.
Despite the frustration, Rosenior emphasized the need for continued effort and improvement, insisting that the team must find a way to turn their form around before the situation worsens further.
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