Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca withdrew from his postmatch press conference after Tuesday’s 2–2 draw with Bournemouth, asking assistant Willy Caballero to attend after falling unwell.

On the importance of ending the year on a high with a win: "Absolutely - very important. It becomes very important to finish the year in the best way. It will be another tough game because they are all the same, but we need to win games as soon as possible."

Enzo Maresca, who has been relieved of his duties at Stamford Bridge, revealed to Chelsea on a couple of occasions prior to his New Year's Day dismissal that he has held talks with officials at Manchester City regarding a potential opportunity to succeed Pep Guardiola at the Etihad Stadium.

Chelsea winger Pedro Neto has admitted he was caught off guard by the news of Enzo Maresca’s departure from the club earlier this week. After weeks of growing tensions behind the scenes, Maresca’s exit from Chelsea was made official on Jan. 1 after both club and manager accepted the breakdown of their relationship was irreparable.

Enzo Maresca left his role as Chelsea manager on New Year's Day with the club sitting fifth in the Premier League. The Italian, 45, departed less than six months after winning the FIFA Club World Cup at the end of his first season in charge but the Blues will look to act swiftly to appoint his successor.

Rosenior is expected to leave Strasbourg, also owned by BlueCo, the consortium set up to facilitate Chelsea's ownership change in 2022