08 Jun 2026 18:20:13
Latest on Maresca compo.
What is holding up the appointment?
Maresca's final six months at Chelsea were marked by a fractured relationship with the club's ownership.
Compensation negotiations have been made more complex as Chelsea became aware of City's potential interest early in October and December.
Chelsea sources also claim they were aware of complaints from Maresca about the transfer policy at Stamford Bridge.
It is not known whether this played any role in Maresca's departure, but the relationship continued to further deteriorate over a number of issues, including medical staff and team selections.
Despite the tension, Chelsea sources say the hierarchy still respected much of Maresca's work with the players and he remained popular with the majority of the dressing room.
The club feel the upheaval played a major role in the club's drop in form after his exit, with them not ending up qualifying for Europe.
Maresca had been open to renewing his contract early in the season amid interest from Serie A side Juventus.
£10 million please.
08 Jun 2026 20:45:52
RPD, maybe just me, but given the reported circumstances and upheaval, I would want more than £10m.
09 Jun 2026 08:25:12
Personally, Tom,
I would take the £10mil if they also threw in Haaland, Rodri, Doku, Donnarumma and Cherki.