Liam Rosenior has flown back to France, with a surprise press conference scheduled at Strasbourg's Stade de la Meinau on Tuesday morning. This follows intense negotiations in London with Chelsea's hierarchy, who have identified the 41-year-old as their primary candidate to succeed Enzo Maresca.
Farewell Press Conference in Strasbourg
Barring an extraordinary last-minute twist, the event in Strasbourg is expected to serve as a farewell for Rosenior. The coach is anticipated to thank the club and personally say goodbye to his colleagues. This move comes after he spent Monday locked in talks with Chelsea's decision-makers.
Chelsea's Interim Arrangements Confirmed
Meanwhile, Chelsea have confirmed their short-term plans. Interim manager Calum McFarlane, 37, will remain in temporary charge for the team's midweek Premier League fixture away at Fulham. McFarlane will address the media from Chelsea's Cobham training ground at noon on Tuesday.
The young coach oversaw Chelsea's visit to Manchester City on Sunday, where they secured an against-the-odds 1-1 draw. A stoppage-time goal from Enzo Fernández earned the point for a Blues side hampered by illness and injury to goalkeeper Robert Sánchez and defender Wesley Fofana in the build-up to the match.
Search for a Permanent Successor
Chelsea are keen to appoint a permanent replacement for Maresca as swiftly as possible. Following the Fulham match, the club's next engagement is an FA Cup tie away at Charlton Athletic this weekend. The swift move for Rosenior indicates the club's desire for stability ahead of a busy period.
