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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Jacob Steinberg

Enzo Maresca on brink of Chelsea sack after breakdown of relations

Enzo Maresca looks dejected after Chelsea drew 2-2 at home against Bournemouth
Enzo Maresca looked dejected after the 2-2 home draw against Bournemouth, which left Chelsea with one win in seven league games. Photograph: Ashley Western/Colorsport/Shutterstock

Enzo Maresca is on the brink of leaving Chelsea after a complete breakdown in his relationship with the club. The situation around the head coach has been unpredictable for weeks and it is highly likely that a parting of the ways is expected to take place on Thursday.

Chelsea are set to open the new year by holding emergency talks over Maresca’s position. It is expected that the Italian, who was booed by supporters during the disappointing 2-2 draw with Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday, will not be in charge for Sunday’s trip to Manchester City. Sources have indicated that Maresca wants to leave the club but it is unclear if he is willing to walk away without a payoff. His contract runs until 2029, with an option for an extra year.

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