Update: Chelsea, Enzo Maresca Reportedly Part Ways Immediately

Chelsea and its coach Enzo Maresca have reportedly agreed to part ways with immediate effect.

Naija News reports that this was disclosed in a post on social media on Thursday by football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano.

Romano wrote: “ Chelsea and Enzo Maresca agree to part company with immediate effect. It’s OVER.

“Official statement to follow but all done after tension growing last 24/48h.

“Chelsea will now start working on new manager appointment.”

Earlier, the football transfer expert had stated that Chelsea and Maresca were ready to part ways ahead of Manchester City game.

He stated that their relationship is deteriorated and next formal steps are expected to follow soon to seal their division.

Chelsea later confirmed Enzo Maresca has left the club by mutual consent.

The club said: “During his time at the Club, Enzo led the team to success in the UEFA Conference League and the FIFA Club World Cup. Those achievements will remain an important part of the Club’s recent history, and we thank him for his contributions to the Club.

“With key objectives still to play for across four competitions including qualification for Champions League football, Enzo and the Club believe a change gives the team the best chance of getting the season back on track.

“We wish Enzo well for the future.”