Chelsea are reportedly 'intensifying' their efforts to recruit Strasbourg boss Liam Rosenior following the sacking of Enzo Maresca. The Italian head coach was dismissed after 18 months in charge following a fraying of relations with the club's owners,

The Stamford Bridge club are winless in their past three games and the Italian has come under scrutiny despite being on a contract to 2029.

CHELSEA manager-in-waiting Liam Rosenior flew to London on Sunday as he prepares to take charge at Stamford Bridge. Blues bosses have elected Rosenior – manager of sister club Strasbourg

Premier League action returned this midweek and delivered in the best way. On the south coast, Antoine Semenyo marked his final Bournemouth game with a late winner, and things ended badly with

Amorim sacked by Man Utd, Garcia responds to fans' rat threat with superb display and Rosenior arrives in London

In the months leading up to his departure, Enzo Maresca is reported to have 'disrespected' Chelsea by holding talks with representatives from two other clubs.

Follow the latest transfer news, gossip and rumours live below! Liam Rosenior will watch on from the stands at Craven Cottage as Calum McFarlane leads Chelsea against Fulham. Rosenior was on Tuesday morning announced as Chelsea's new head coach on a contract that runs until 2031 and includes the option to extend by a further 12 months.