The new Chelsea head coach, who has replaced former Enzo Maresca at Stamford Bridge, has named the Irishman as one of the three main coaching influences during his time as a player, alongside his own fath.er, as well as experienced EFL manager Chris Hughton.
Speaking in his first interview with Chelsea's website following his announcement as head coach, Rosenior gave his reasons on why this trio has impacted his way of thinking with regard to the dugout. “Well, he would kill me if I didn’t say my dad! Obviously, your dad is your role model," he said.
“My dad, when I was 15 or 16 years old, he managed Torquay United and got them promoted from League Two playing a style of football that I believe in. Brendan Rodgers, who was here at Chelsea, really affected my way of thinking when I was a player at Reading.
“I’ve had really top coaches – Chris Hughton’s humility – and there are so many different influences. Coaching isn’t just about football; it is about people, understanding people, and trying to get the best out of them.
"That’s what I want to do here (at Chelsea)."
Rosenior, a former player for Fulham, Reading, and Brighton, among others, is embarking on his fourth coaching role, following stints at Derby County, Hull City, and BlueCo-owned Strasbourg in France.
Maresca, who left Chelsea last week, was linked with the Celtic job on two occasions, occurring in 2021 and 2023, respectively. However, Ange Postecoglou and Rodgers were appointed in those instances.