The future of Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca appears increasingly uncertain after the club's official social media channels published a year-end review that conspicuously omitted any mention of the Italian.
Social Media Silence Speaks Volumes
On Wednesday evening, Chelsea posted a video recap of 2025, set to a rap by Still Shadey. The footage highlighted players like midfielders Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez. However, Enzo Maresca, the man who guided the club to Club World Cup glory earlier in the year, was not featured or named at any point.
This digital snub comes at a time of significant pressure for Maresca. Chelsea's form in the Premier League has plummeted, with the team managing just one win in their last seven top-flight matches. They currently sit fifth in the table, a staggering 15 points behind leaders Arsenal.
Mounting Pressure and Fiery Comments
The social media oversight follows a series of events that have placed Maresca's position under intense scrutiny. Earlier in December, after a 3-1 defeat to Leeds United, the manager launched a remarkable public critique, suggesting a lack of support from within the club.
"Since I joined the club, the last 48 hours have been the worst 48 hours since I joined the club because many people didn't support us," Maresca stated in a fiery press conference. He later reiterated, "Worst 48 hours since I joined the club because people didn't support me and the team."
Fan Reaction: A Divided Stamford Bridge
The club's social media post sparked an immediate reaction from supporters, revealing a clear split in opinion. Many fans rushed to defend the manager, pointing to his historic achievement in winning the Club World Cup.
One supporter commented, "If it wasn't for Maresca we wouldn't be called world champions." Another pleaded, "Please tell the owners not to sack Maresca." A third noted pointedly, "You left out the mastermind behind it all."
However, sentiment is not universally supportive. Following a recent 2-2 draw with Bournemouth, other fans were calling for change. One critic posted, "I don't see a vision with Maresca in game tactics anymore," while another simply demanded, "Maresca needs to be fired. #MarescaOUT."
Challenges Ahead in a Crucial January
Chelsea face a daunting schedule in January, which will likely prove decisive for Maresca's tenure. Their next match is a trip to the Etihad Stadium to face Manchester City on Sunday, 4 January.
They will be without a key player for that clash, as Moises Caicedo is suspended after picking up his fifth yellow card of the season just four minutes into the Bournemouth game.
The month also includes a Premier League derby against Fulham, an FA Cup trip to Charlton Athletic, a Carabao Cup semi-final against Arsenal, and a league meeting with Brentford. Champions League fixtures against Pafos and Napoli, plus Premier League games against Crystal Palace and West Ham, complete a packed schedule.
With the club's social media activity being interpreted as a telling hint, all eyes are now on the Chelsea board to see if they will back their manager through a difficult period or make a change at the helm.
