Chelsea have confirmed they have parted company with head coach Liam Rosenior after just three months in charge, following five consecutive Premier League defeats without scoring
Chelsea released a statement on Wednesday evening confirming they had parted ways with Liam Rosenior. The move came in the aftermath of the Blues’ 3-0 thrashing at the hands of Brighton on Tuesday night, a result that leaves them facing a serious battle to secure Champions League qualification.
Rosenior departs Stamford Bridge after just three months at the helm, following a run of five Premier League defeats in a row, none of which saw Chelsea find the back of the net.
The Blues now sit seventh in the Premier League table with just four matches remaining this season, along with an FA Cup semi-final showdown against Leeds United at Wembley Stadium this weekend.
Calum McFarlane has been appointed on an interim basis and will remain in the role until the end of the campaign, at which point the Blues will begin their search for a permanent successor to Rosenior.
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Chelsea announced the news of Rosenior’s exit on Wednesday with a detailed statement posted on the club’s official website, reports football.london.
“Chelsea Football Club has today parted company with Head Coach Liam Rosenior,” the statement from Chelsea read.
“On behalf of everyone at Chelsea FC, we would like to place on record our gratitude to Liam and his staff for all their efforts during their time with the Club.
“Liam has always conducted himself with the highest integrity and professionalism following his appointment mid-way through the season.
“This has not been a decision the Club has taken lightly, however recent results and performances have fallen below the necessary standards with still so much more to play for this season. Everyone at Chelsea FC wishes Liam every success in the future.
“Calum McFarlane will take charge of the team as Interim Head Coach until the end of the season with support from existing Club backroom staff, as we strive to achieve European qualification and progress in the FA Cup.
“As the Club works to bring stability to the Head Coach position, we will undertake a process of self-reflection to make the right long-term appointment.”
Numerous potential candidates have already been linked with the role on a permanent basis, but it is understood that Chelsea are not currently in active discussions with any prospective contenders for the position.
Instead, Chelsea will take a measured approach in their search for a new head coach, with the BlueCo ownership group seeking a candidate who shares the club’s long-term vision and possesses the ability to develop the talented young players within their ranks.