Liam Rosenior leaves Strasbourg and confirms his deal to coach Chelsea

Liam Rosenior confirmed his departure from French club Strasbourg on Tuesday and strongly hinted he will be the next Chelsea coach.

Rosenior has been praised for turning Strasbourg, part of the same ownership group as Chelsea, into a force in French football after finishing seventh last season.

Rosenior told a press conference in Strasbourg that he has an agreement with Chelsea, but has not yet signed a contract.

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“I was given permission to speak to one of the biggest football clubs in the world… who are Club World Champions,” he said. «It is an honor for me to be associated with such a club. Now, on that day, it looks like I will be the next manager of that football club.» The 41-year-old Rosenior has never coached in the Premier League.

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Published on January 6, 2026