It looks as if Chelsea have decided on their man to replace Enzo Maresca as the new permanent manager at Stamford Bridge.
After one game with Calum McFarlane in charge of the club, it is believed that Liam Rosenior is set to take over the reins at the club.
In fact, Rosenior could be announced as the new manager on Monday after flying to London while the Blues were in action, stealing a point from Manchester City in the Premier League.
Liam Rosenior set to be announced as Enzo Maresca replacement ⌛
Liam Rosenior stats at Strasbourg
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Enzo Maresca at Chelsea:
91 games
55 wins
16 draws
20 losses
Is this a step backwards, or another exciting young manager who will hit the ground running at Chelsea?
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Rosenior is a talented manager, and has experience working under the BlueCo model from his time with Ligue 1 side Strasbourg.
Liam Rosenior managing Strasbourg
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Liam Rosenior warned he must deliver instant results at Chelsea
Despite having that headstart, Daniel Sturridge does not believe he is coming into the job with any real advantage.
In fact, he told Sky Sports that he thinks the Englishman will come under pressure if he does not deliver instant results at Stamford Bridge.
He said: “He knows what they expect. He’s worked in the confines of that group now. We hear a lot about managers or coaches. I believe they’re hiring a coach in Liam Rosenior if he does get the job. He’s been working with young players, young Chelsea players on loan.
“It’s going to be a difficult job. Because there’s gonna be eyes on the outside, and expectation in the fanbase is that he is going to have to come in and hit the ground running, and I think he’ll be under a little bit of pressure if results don’t follow because it’s all happened so quickly.”
Daniel Sturridge attends the Sky Sports Opening Night party
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McFarlane sets blueprint for Rosenior to follow
McFarlane is likely to now return to the Under 21s, however certainly left an impact after being drafted in to coach the side against City.
How good was Andrey Santos against Manchester City? 👏
Andrey Santos' pass completion rate vs Man City
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Substitutions that included bringing on Andrey Santos and Liam Delap began to turn the dial in Chelsea’s favour.
Reece James was awarded the Player of the Match award for his performance in the heart of midfield, hinting his future should remain in that position.
This will be an easier decision to make if Malo Gusto keeps providing strong performances behind him. It was the Frenchman’s dangerous cross that eventually led to Chelsea’s equaliser.
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