After parting ways with Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea is on the lookout for a new head coach who can instill a fresh, long-term vision and bring stability to the team.

Enzo Maresca, the current Leicester City manager, has emerged as a prime candidate. Here are five reasons why Chelsea is seriously considering Maresca for the role:

1) Progressive and Tactical Coaching Style

Maresca’s coaching style is both modern and progressive, mirroring the tactical philosophy of Pep Guardiola, under whom he served as an assistant at Manchester City.

This experience has deeply influenced his strategic approach, focusing on positional play and a fluid 4-3-3 formation that shifts to a 3-2-5 during possession.

His methodical build-up play from the back and low reliance on long balls suit Chelsea’s preference for a possession-based, attacking football style.