London club, Chelsea FC has unveiled the appointment of Enzo Maresca as new head coach of the men’s team today.
The Italian who succeeded Pochettino will begin his new role on 1 July 2024 on a five-year contract, with a club option of a further year according to the club.
Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley, Chelsea’s co-sporting directors, said: ‘We are delighted to welcome Enzo to Chelsea. He has proven himself to be an excellent coach capable of delivering impressive results with an exciting and identifiable style.
‘Enzo has deeply impressed us in our discussions leading up to his appointment. His ambitions and work ethic align with those of the club. We thoroughly look forward to working with him.’
Chelsea’s ownership group said: ‘We are thrilled to welcome Enzo into the Chelsea family. We look forward to supporting him and the rest of the sporting team in fulfilling their potential and our expectations over the years to come.
‘He is a highly gifted coach and leader that we are confident can help fulfill our vision and competitive goals for the Club.’
Maresca said: ‘To join Chelsea, one of the biggest clubs in the world, is a dream for any coach. It is why I am so excited by this opportunity.
‘I look forward to working with a very talented group of players and staff to develop a team that continues the club’s tradition of success and makes our fans proud.”
The 44 year old who joined Leicester in June last year guided the team to the English Championship title and a resplendent return to the Premier League.
Before his appointment by Chelsea, Enzo illustrious coaching journey includes, Sevilla, Westham, Manchester City, Parma and Leicester City.
The club also revealed that Enzo’s staff will include former Chelsea goalkeeper Willy Caballero, Danny Walker, Michele De Bernardin, Marcos Alvarez, Javi Molina and Roberto Vitiello. Ben Roberts will join the staff as goalkeeper coach and has been appointed to the role of head of global goalkeeping.
