Chelsea have moved to calm speculation around Enzo Maresca’s future, insisting the manager’s job is not under threat despite consecutive defeats to Bayern Munich and Brighton.

The Blues’ slow start to the campaign has drawn criticism from some supporters, particularly after back-to-back league setbacks. Maresca’s handling of matches where his side received red cards has been a major talking point among fans.

However, senior club officials maintain there is no cause for panic, noting that Chelsea have suffered only five defeats in the last six months—four of which came in games where they had players sent off.

Injuries have also hampered Maresca’s progress, with key figures like Cole Palmer and Liam Delap among several sidelined. The club hierarchy believes the Italian deserves more time, stressing that Champions League qualification remains the main target this season, alongside competitive cup runs.

The coming week will test Chelsea’s resilience: first a Champions League clash against Jose Mourinho’s Benfica, followed by a high-profile Premier League meeting with Arne Slot’s Liverpool at Stamford Bridge.