Chelsea’s poor run under Enzo Maresca continued this weekend as the Blues suffered a surprising 2-1 home loss to Sunderland, with the Black Cats scoring a dramatic stoppage-time winner at Stamford Bridge.
The defeat was Chelsea’s third in their last five Premier League matches, increasing pressure on Maresca as concerns grow within the club’s leadership about the team’s erratic performances and lack of development. ..Continue Reading
Sources close to the club indicate that tensions are mounting behind the scenes, with several high-ranking officials reportedly disagreeing with Maresca’s methods and overall direction.
A well-known transfer insider has revealed that Chelsea are preparing for a possible change in management, with plans already in motion to appoint a new head coach if results don’t turn around soon.
According to the latest updates, Chelsea are actively exploring the option of hiring Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola as a replacement for Maresca, who is **‘on thin ice’** with some members of the club’s hierarchy.
It’s believed that influential figures at Chelsea regard Iraola as one of the brightest emerging coaches in football, convinced he possesses the tactical intelligence and leadership skills to elevate the team.
Iraola has become one of the most in-demand managers in the game thanks to the outstanding job he’s done at Bournemouth.
Under his guidance, the Cherries currently sit second in the Premier League table, only four points behind leaders Arsenal, after winning five and drawing three of their opening nine fixtures.
Iraola has reshaped Bournemouth into an energetic, well-organized, and tactically astute side — all while operating with a limited budget.
Several elite clubs are monitoring him, including Manchester United, who have been linked with Iraola amid doubts about Ruben Amorim’s long-term future.
Juventus are also reportedly pursuing the Spanish coach, with sources suggesting they have intensified their efforts to secure the 43-year-old.
While Sir Jim Ratcliffe has publicly backed Amorim and promised to give him time to prove himself, Todd Boehly’s track record of quickly dismissing managers puts Maresca’s position in jeopardy and raises the likelihood of Chelsea moving for the Spaniard.
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