Chelsea have moved to calm speculation over Enzo Maresca’s future, insisting the manager retains the board’s full support despite back-to-back defeats against Bayern Munich and Brighton.
The Blues’ hierarchy are said to be taking a measured approach just six weeks into the new campaign, despite criticism from sections of the fanbase following successive league losses to Manchester United and Brighton. Some supporters have accused Maresca of reacting poorly to recent red-card incidents.
Senior club officials point to key context in defending the Italian’s record. Chelsea have suffered only five defeats in the past six months, with four of those losses coming in games where they were reduced to 10 men. Injuries have also disrupted Maresca’s plans, with influential figures such as Cole Palmer and Liam Delap among those sidelined.
While securing Champions League qualification remains the club’s top target, the board also expect strong showings in the domestic cups.
Chelsea now face a crucial week, hosting Jose Mourinho’s Benfica in the Champions League before a high-profile Premier League clash with Arne Slot’s Liverpool at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.
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