Overview
- Liam Rosenior has traveled to London for talks with Chelsea and is widely reported to be the preferred choice, though his appointment has not been officially confirmed.
- Strasbourg is preparing for his departure, with L’Équipe reporting Gary O’Neil as the leading candidate after meetings with BlueCo and possible talks in London with club chiefs.
- French and English reporting highlights anger from supporter groups, who accuse BlueCo of prioritizing Chelsea and reducing Strasbourg to a satellite operation.
- English pundits have questioned Rosenior’s readiness for a top Premier League job, with Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher and Paul Merson citing his limited elite‑level experience and Chelsea’s difficult context for coaches.
- Transfer‑market reports link Chelsea with a move for Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali, with Italian outlets such as Tuttosport suggesting strong interest and potential competition from Juventus.