Breaking News: Chelsea appoints Liam Rosenior as Maresca's replacement

Chelsea appoint Liam Rosenoir as new head coach after Maresca sacking; ex-Strasbourg boss set for Fulham debut, vows to restore winning identity.

Liam Rosenior has been confirmed as Chelsea's new head coach with immediate effect following the departure of Enzo Maresca. (Photo credit: Sky Sports)

AFCON is ongoing as well as proper league football; however, this is January, and transfers are ongoing too. While waiting on the destinations of Marc Guehi and Antoine Semenyo, there's breaking news from Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea can officially announce the appointment of Liam Rosenoir as their substantive head coach following the sacking of Enzo Maresca before the weekend. The Strasbourg manager joins the Blues permanently and will be in the dugout against Fulham.

The ex-Hull boss said, "I am extremely humbled and honoured to be appointed Head Coach of Chelsea Football Club. This is a club with a unique spirit and a proud history of winning trophies.

"My job is to protect that identity and create a team that reflects these values in every game we play as we continue winning trophies. To be entrusted with this role means the world to me, and I want to thank all involved for the opportunity and faith in undertaking this job. I will give everything to bring the success this club deserves."