Chelsea FC have taken the decisive step to part ways with head coach Enzo Maresca, terminating his contract with immediate effect. The news was first reported by respected transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, sending shockwaves across the football world.

While an official club statement is expected later, the decision has already been finalised behind the scenes. There is no going back — Chelsea have pulled the trigger.

Crucially, the Blues will face Manchester City without the Italian on the touchline, marking a sudden end to Maresca’s short and turbulent spell at Stamford Bridge.