In a shocking escalation of hostilities, Chelsea officials issued a briefing claiming the sacked Enzo Maresca “lacks mental fortitude and emotional maturity,” which was broadcast live on Sky Sports.
The fallout from Enzo Maresca’s dismissal has taken a toxic turn following a sensational club briefing broadcast live on Sky Sports.
As the Italian manager departed Stamford Bridge on New Year’s Day, Chelsea officials reportedly issued a stinging assessment of his character to the media.
The briefing, which has stunned the footballing world, explicitly claimed the former head coach “lacks mental fortitude and emotional maturity,” escalating a professional parting into a personal war of words.
This unprecedented public criticism follows weeks of mounting tension between the 45-year-old Italian and the Chelsea hierarchy.
While the club’s official statement initially thanked Maresca for his silverwear, this subsequent briefing suggests a much deeper internal rift.
The “bizarre” live reading on national television has laid bare the total breakdown of trust at the club, highlighting why the board felt a change was necessary to save their stalling season.
The timing of the briefing has drawn significant scrutiny, coming just hours after Maresca’s contract was “ripped up.”
Journalists and fans alike have reacted with disbelief to the aggressive nature of the club’s stance.
As Chelsea prepares to face Manchester City on Sunday, this public spat threatens to overshadow the search for a new manager, with the club’s leadership choosing to launch a scathing character assassination of the man who recently won them the Club World Cup.