Liverpool icon Jamie Carragher gives his view on 'next Chelsea manager'

Liverpool Icon Jamie Carragher Predicts No Maresca as Chelsea Manager Next Season

Jamie Carragher, the Liverpool legend and Sky Sports pundit, has delivered a stark prediction on Enzo Maresca's future at Chelsea, stating he does not see the Italian coach remaining in the role next season.[1][2]

The controversy erupted after Chelsea's defeat to Atalanta, followed by a Premier League win over Everton. Maresca described the intervening 48 hours as his "worst at the club," venting frustration over a lack of support from the hierarchy—specifically, the failure to sign a center-back during Levi Colwill's major injury in summer.[1] Despite professing love for the fans, his comments clearly targeted owners and sporting directors, whom he felt undermined his progress.[1][2]

Carragher praised Maresca's achievements: securing Champions League football last season, winning a European competition, and the Club World Cup. He noted Maresca's success with a squad not matching the top three clubs' quality, proving his capability against elite Premier League managers.[1] However, Carragher views this as a classic case of a manager succeeding, gaining confidence, and demanding more power—only to clash with club leadership. "If he continues this way, there's only one winner, and that's not him," Carragher warned.[1][2]

While predicting Maresca's exit, Carragher cautioned Chelsea against it, highlighting risks seen at Tottenham and Manchester United with recent managerial changes. "Maresca is capable of competing at the very highest level," he emphasized, suggesting any replacement could prove worse. Maresca later clarified his relationship with directors and owners was fine, but reports indicate displeasure from above, though no immediate sacking is expected.[1][2]

Carragher's bold take underscores tensions at Stamford Bridge, where recent poor results have amplified underlying issues.[1]

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