Chelsea’s new head coach, Enzo Maresca, has outlined his vision for an aggressive style of play, aiming to restore the club’s former glory. During his official unveiling on June 8, 2024, Maresca emphasized the importance of instilling the right mentality and culture at Stamford Bridge.
In recent years, Chelsea has struggled to maintain its previous high standards, particularly since the departure of former owner Roman Abramovich. The club’s performance has been underwhelming, missing out on the UEFA Champions League for the past two seasons and facing challenges in other domestic competitions despite significant investments from new owners Todd Boehly and his consortium, who have spent over £1 billion on new signings.
Maresca, who recently led Leicester City back to the Premier League from the EFL Championship, is seen as the key figure to revive Chelsea’s fortunes both in England and Europe. The 44-year-old Italian replaces Mauricio Pochettino and is determined to build a team the fans can rally behind.
“Joining a club like Chelsea means identifying what needs to be improved and taking the right steps,” Maresca said. “It’s clear we need to establish a strong mentality and culture, one that our fans can be proud of.”
He continued, “We aim to be aggressive both on and off the ball, creating a strong connection between the fans and the club, especially at home.”
With his strategic approach and focus on creating a resilient team culture, Maresca is poised to lead Chelsea into a new era of success.
