The announcement that Liam Rosenior will be Chelsea’s next head coach has not exactly sparked celebrations among the fanbase.

In fact, the general consensus is that the appointment feels somewhat uninspiring, with many questioning whether Rosenior will even be afforded the time required to succeed or face the fate of his predecessors.

Since the change in ownership, those who succeeded Thomas Tuchel in the dugout shared similar profiles in terms of experience, but none arrived with major honours on their CV. Instead, they were selected based on “potential”, mirroring Chelsea’s wider recruitment strategy of investing in unproven young players rather than established names.

Some supporters feel further disheartened when reflecting on the calibre of appointments Chelsea once made – Jose Mourinho, Carlo Ancelotti and Antonio Conte to name three of the past – compared with those in recent years.

Any coach stepping into Chelsea’s current environment is bound to face challenges, but for Rosenior, the leap appears especially significant given his relatively slim managerial credentials at the highest level.

When reports of his appointment emerged, many supporters had to delve into the Englishman’s background and coaching philosophy, which in itself raised questions about his suitability for a role of this magnitude.

But Rosenior’s meticulous approaches and impressive work at Strasbourg spark some optimism for the future, and there is a willingness among fans to get behind him and root for his successes.

But Chelsea is a club accustomed to winning silverware. Even Enzo Maresca, who delivered two trophies, fell out of favour with many fans, underlining just how high expectations will be when the new coach takes charge. He will likely require a lot of time to implement meaningful change, but requesting patience at Stamford Bridge is a big ask…

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