Overview
- After Saturday’s 2-0 win over Everton, Enzo Maresca said the previous 48 hours were his worst at Chelsea because “many people didn’t support us,” while stressing he was not referring to fans.
- On Monday he repeatedly declined to explain the comments, saying he had “nothing to add,” and confirmed he is “absolutely” committed to the job.
- Media and pundits have speculated about tensions with the hierarchy, but unnamed club sources quoted by outlets have described the outburst as an emotional reaction, which has not been officially confirmed.
- The outburst followed a four-game winless run that included defeats to Leeds and Atalanta and a draw at Bournemouth, with Maresca highlighting absences for Cole Palmer, Moises Caicedo and Liam Delap.
- Maresca said focus is on Tuesday’s Carabao Cup trip to Cardiff and indicated Palmer will not play, citing the need to protect the forward after his recent injury issues.