Chelsea have officially appointed Liam Rosenior as head coach of the men’s team, finalizing a move that followed several days of discussions after the club parted ways with Enzo Maresca.
Rosenior, 41, arrives at Stamford Bridge after a highly regarded spell with Strasbourg, where he guided the French club to European qualification for the first time in nearly two decades. His coaching career also includes managerial roles at Hull City and Derby County, where he earned praise for his tactical discipline and emphasis on player development.
The appointment comes shortly after Rosenior publicly acknowledged that he had reached a verbal agreement with Chelsea before signing a formal contract. He described the situation as unusual but confirmed that all key terms had been agreed, allowing the transition to move quickly toward completion.
Chelsea had been operating under interim head coach Calum McFarlane during the transition period. The club’s ownership group sought continuity in leadership, with both Chelsea and Strasbourg operating under the same ownership structure, enabling a smooth managerial handover.
In his first remarks as Chelsea head coach, Rosenior said he was honoured to lead a club with a deep history of success. He highlighted unity, shared responsibility and a clear football identity as central to his vision, while stressing his determination to compete at the highest level.
The club confirmed that Rosenior has signed a contract running through to 2032, signaling long term confidence in his leadership. Chelsea stated that while developing young talent remains important, expectations around challenging for major honours remain firmly in place.
Rosenior now faces the immediate challenge of stabilizing Chelsea’s campaign and shaping a young squad into a consistent and competitive force, as supporters look ahead to the next chapter at Stamford Bridge.
