Chelsea FC appoint Enzo Maresca as new Under-21 boss

Former Manchester City coach takes over from Ben Chilwell

Chelsea have appointed Enzo Maresca as their new Under-21 boss.

The 42-year-old Italian has been out of work since leaving Manchester City in 2021, where he was Pep Guardiola's assistant manager.

Maresca has also managed Sevilla's B team and Ascoli in the past.

He replaces Ben Chilwell, who left Chelsea to join Brighton & Hove Albion in the summer.

Maresca is a highly-rated coach and has a good track record of developing young players.

He will be hoping to help Chelsea's Under-21s continue their progress and challenge for trophies.

The Blues have a strong tradition of producing young talent and Maresca will be looking to continue that.

Here is a more detailed look at Maresca's career:

• Born in Naples, Italy, on 10 February 1980.
• Began his playing career with hometown club Napoli in 1997.
• Went on to play for a number of clubs in Italy, Spain, and England, including Juventus, Real Madrid, and Manchester City.
• Retired from playing in 2017 and began his coaching career as a youth coach at Manchester City.
• Was promoted to assistant manager of Manchester City in 2019.
• Left Manchester City in 2021 and has been out of work since then.

Maresca is a UEFA Pro Licence holder and has a wealth of experience in coaching young players.

He is expected to bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to Chelsea's Under-21s.