Chelsea are close to appointing Enzo Maresca as a replacement for Mauricio Pochettino.
Todd Boehly has surprisingly decided to hire the Italian – who has never managed a single Premier League game – after the Argentine departed Stamford Bridge by mutual consent, despite recording five consecutive wins to end the 2023/24 campaign.
So, what do the Chelsea players think of Enzo Maresca replacing Mauricio Pochettino? Let’s take a look…
What Chelsea players think of Enzo Maresca
An update by Ben Jacobs has now provided some insight regarding what those at Stamford Bridge think of the 44-year-old.
The respected journalist claims that several players were disappointed to see Pochettino depart after a strong end to last season, although there is optimism about what Maresca could deliver in west London.
Jacobs told Caught Offside: “Maresca is on the brink of becoming Chelsea’s new head coach. He is expected to sign a minimum five-year guaranteed contract. Compensation is being finalised with Leicester in the region of £8m – £10m.
“Although it is true several players were disappointed to see Pochettino leave, there is already excitement at what Maresca can bring. Chelsea’s players believe momentum is on their side and Maresca’s favoured 4-3-3 should favour the squad he inherits.”
