Chelsea Co-Owner Addresses Club's Struggles and Transfer Plans

Chelsea co-owner Behdad Eghbali has expressed the club's intention to sign established players and revealed that former head coach Enzo Maresca's departure was an unwanted change. Eghbali, co-founder of Clearlake Capital, which owns a majority stake in Chelsea, discussed various topics, including head coach Liam Rosenior, in a rare interview. With Chelsea at risk of missing out on next season's Champions League, Eghbali emphasized the club's policy of avoiding in-season coaching changes, but acknowledged the negative impact of Maresca's sudden departure. He expressed confidence in Rosenior's ability to deliver success, citing his attributes and the club's backing. Eghbali also addressed the club's transfer policy, stating that they will focus on signing experienced players to complement their youth-oriented approach. He reiterated the club's commitment to winning trophies and delivering on-pitch performance, acknowledging the need for improvement and a plan to achieve success.