Chelsea's Bold Bet: Liam Rosiniour Takes the Blues' Helm
6 January 2026
Overview
Liam Rosiniour's Big Moment: I can't miss signing with the Blues today, folks.
Chelsea sealed the deal on its new coach after Italian Enzo Maresca was dismissed from the Blues a few days earlier.
Fabrizio Romano, the transfer guru, posted on X: 'Breaking news... confirmed Liam Rosiniour will be Chelsea's new manager'.
Rosiniour said: 'I will soon become Chelsea's new head coach, one of the biggest clubs in the world'.
What this means for Chelsea
He added: 'Coaching Chelsea is a fantastic opportunity at a club with a rich history... It's the world champions'.
He continued: 'I can return home, see my kids, and sign for a great club. I can't miss this chance'.
The 18 months at Strasbourg were the best period of my life.
Strasbourg announced last Sunday that Rosiniour had travelled to London to discuss Chelsea's bid for the job.
Chelsea had fired Maresca last Thursday due to poor results this season.
Strasbourg confirmed Rosiniour would negotiate with Chelsea to lead the Blues, but his appointment would only be announced after a new coach is named for the French side.
Chelsea drew 1-1 with Manchester City at the Etihad on Sunday, in matchweek 20 of the Premier League.
Punchline 1: Chelsea hired a manager; the trophy cabinet just breathed a sigh of relief.
Punchline 2: If success had a map, Chelsea finally drew a route that includes London.
