‘It didn’t matter who Chelsea hired – they wanted a coach, not someone who’ll have a say on signings. The era of the manager calling all the shots is ending’: Enzo Maresca not expected to make transfer decisions at Stamford Bridge

Chelsea Head Coach Enzo Maresca Visits the stadium at Stamford Bridge on July 8, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC via Getty Images).

Chelsea appointed Enzo Maresca at the start of July on a five-year deal, replacing Mauricio Pochettino at Stamford Bridge after getting Leicester City promoted back to the Premier League at the first time of asking.

For former Chelsea winger and current Euro 2024 BBC Radio 5 Live co-commentator Pat Nevin, the appointment of Maresca is a new direction for the club. Indeed, the Blues have spent over £1bn in the last few transfer windows, with a clear focus placed on adding younger players to the squad.