'Enzo Maresca should be sacked' - Chelsea fans erupt after David Ornstein's update
03/22/2025 03:00 AM
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has come under increasing pressure due to inconsistent performances, but a fresh update has only added to fans' frustrations.
Despite Chelsea sitting fourth in the table, defensive issues have plagued them all season, with Maresca bearing the brunt of the blame.
His decision to start Robert Sanchez against Arsenal in their latest Premier League clash sparked outrage among supporters, with many Chelsea fans calling for Maresca to be sacked.
Sanchez had previously been dropped but was later reinstated, despite a series of costly errors throughout the campaign.
Maresca has also faced scrutiny for his handling of young players, particularly Josh Acheampong and Shim Mheuka. Both were hauled off at half-time in each leg of Chelsea's Europa League tie against Copenhagen, a move that many felt was unfair on the youngsters.
With some fans already calling for his dismissal, the latest update on his future has left them fuming.
Chelsea board stand by Enzo Maresca despite fan outrage
David Ornstein of The Athletic has revealed that despite the recent pressure from fans, Chelsea “really like” Maresca and there is no “desire or movement to sack” the Italian coach.
Maresca initially made a strong start to life at Stamford Bridge, leading some to believe Chelsea could be surprise title contenders.
However, their recent form has been a cause for concern, with five defeats in their last 10 matches across all competitions.
The Blues’ inconsistency has come at the worst possible time, with Newcastle, Brighton, and Aston Villa all in the race for a Champions League spot.
With their only realistic chance of silverware this season being the Conference League, many supporters see a top-four finish as non-negotiable.
| Premier League table | Points |
| 4. Chelsea | 49 |
| 5. Man City | 48 |
| 6. Newcastle | 47 |
| 7. Brighton | 47 |
Chelsea fans slam Enzo Maresca and blame club hierarchy
Maresca has been heavily criticised for sticking to a largely unchanged Premier League starting XI, a decision that has led to uncertainty, squad departures, and injuries.
One example is Renato Veiga, who was frustrated by a lack of game time at Chelsea and left on loan to Juventus, where he has already made more Serie A starts than he did in the Premier League.
With Chelsea's league position at risk if results don't improve, fans are growing increasingly restless. One supporter stated, “Fans will hound him out” despite the board's backing, while another blamed the club's hierarchy, saying, “They can't see that Maresca is failing the squad.”
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