Overview
- Fabrizio Romano said "real tension is growing" between Maresca and people at Chelsea, adding the overall feeling he hears is "not that good."
- Ben Jacobs reported there are no immediate plans to sack Maresca after the Bournemouth result, though a planned summer review could be brought forward if form does not improve.
- Chelsea have won only one of their last seven matches, with players booed at Stamford Bridge following the 2-2 draw with Bournemouth.
- Bookmakers have shortened odds on Xavi to take over, with one firm cutting his price from 5/1 to 4/1, reflecting increased market speculation rather than any club decision.
- The stuttering league run contrasts with Maresca’s earlier silverware at Chelsea, and the team sits 15 points off leaders Arsenal at the season’s halfway point.