Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has taken a defiant stance, refusing to expand on his startling weekend claim that he had just endured his worst 48 hours in charge of the club.
Maresca's Mysterious Complaint
The Italian's comments came after Chelsea's 2-0 Premier League victory over Everton on Saturday, a result that was overshadowed by his post-match revelation. Maresca stated the period had been his most difficult since arriving at Stamford Bridge, attributing it to a perceived lack of support from "many people."
He pointedly declined to name who he was referring to, only clarifying that it was not the club's supporters and was not an internal matter. This left a cloud of speculation hanging over the club's Cobham training ground.
No Further Explanation Forthcoming
When pressed on the issue again on Monday 15 December 2025, ahead of Chelsea's Carabao Cup quarter-final clash with Cardiff City, Maresca was resolute. He insisted he had "nothing to add" regarding the cryptic remarks.
Instead, he shifted focus to reaffirm his commitment to the Chelsea fanbase and the project at hand. "I love Chelsea supporters," Maresca stated, adding that they "deserve the best." He also emphasised his and the team's dedication to maintaining a winning mentality at the club.
Palmer Rested for Cardiff Clash
In more concrete team news, Maresca confirmed that star playmaker Cole Palmer would be rested for the Tuesday night cup tie. The decision is a precautionary measure as the England international continues his careful return to full match fitness.
This strategic move indicates the manager's focus on the longer-term campaign, even as he navigates the unexplained turbulence hinted at over the past two days. All eyes will now be on the team's performance against Cardiff and whether the off-pitch narrative affects their on-pitch efforts.
