Interim boss Calum McFarlane has been promoted to assistant manager at Chelsea after impressing new head coach Liam Rosenior during his short spell in charge.
Chelsea have confirmed that Calum McFarlane will step up as assistant manager to new head coach Liam Rosenior.
McFarlane, who recently served a two-match stint as caretaker manager, has moved permanently from his role with the Under-21s to join the first-team coaching staff.
The decision was finalized on Thursday morning after Rosenior expressed his desire to keep the coach close by, citing his deep impression of McFarlane’s work during a turbulent transitional week.
The promotion follows McFarlane’s brief but high-profile leadership of the senior squad, which included a resilient 1-1 draw against Manchester City and a narrow 2-1 defeat at Fulham.
Despite the mixed results on the pitch, Rosenior was reportedly struck by the caretaker’s tactical handling of the team.
As a result, McFarlane will not return to the youth setup he has led since last summer, marking a significant step up in his coaching career at Stamford Bridge.
Speaking after the Fulham match, McFarlane appeared uncertain of his future, initially expecting a return to the academy.
When asked about his status, he remarked, “As I’m aware, we’re back with the Under-21s tomorrow.” He even asked reporters for the score of the youth side’s game against Benfica, later showing visible frustration upon learning they had lost 6-2.
However, his successful audition with the senior team has now ensured he remains a key figure in Rosenior’s new-look Chelsea dugout.