Chelsea Co-Owner Discusses Rosenior, Maresca, and Transfer Strategy

Behdad Eghbali, Chelsea's co-owner, has expressed the club's intention to sign established players and acknowledged that the departure of former head coach Enzo Maresca was not a planned change. In a recent interview, Eghbali stated that the club will focus on acquiring 'ready-made' players to enhance their squad. He also expressed his support for current head coach Liam Rosenior, emphasizing that the club believes in his ability to deliver success despite recent setbacks. Eghbali attributed the club's current struggles to the unexpected departure of Maresca, which has had a negative impact on the team's performance. With six Premier League matches and an FA Cup semi-final remaining, Eghbali is hopeful that the team can still achieve a positive outcome this season. The co-owner has also addressed the club's transfer policy, indicating a shift towards signing more experienced players to complement their existing youth-oriented approach. Eghbali emphasized the importance of winning and the need for the club to deliver consistent results, acknowledging that the current ownership strategy is under scrutiny from fans.