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Chelsea announce appointment of Liam Rosenior as new head coach

Published: 06 Jan 2026 - 02:01 pm | Last Updated: 06 Jan 2026 - 02:02 pm
Strasbourg's British head coach Liam Rosenior addresses media during a press conference at the Stade de la Meinau in Strasbourg, eastern France on January 6, 2026. (Photo by Romeo Boetzle / AFP)

Strasbourg's British head coach Liam Rosenior addresses media during a press conference at the Stade de la Meinau in Strasbourg, eastern France on January 6, 2026. (Photo by Romeo Boetzle / AFP)

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London: Premier League giants Chelsea on Tuesday announced the appointment of Strasbourg boss Liam Rosenior as their new head coach to replace Enzo Maresca.

The Englishman, who has signed a contract until 2032, said in a club statement that he was "extremely humbled and honoured to be appointed".

"This is a club with a unique spirit and a proud history of winning trophies," he added. "My job is to protect that identity and create a team that reflects these values in every game we play as we continue winning trophies."

Rosenior, 41, said in Strasbourg earlier on Tuesday the Chelsea job was "an opportunity I cannot turn down".

Rosenior takes over with Chelsea fifth in the table.