Enzo Maresca Agrees Five-Year Deal To Become Chelsea’s Head Coach

Enzo Maresca has agreed terms on a five-year deal with Chelsea to become their new head coach.

The 44-year-old, who will succeed Mauricio Pochettino at Stamford Bridge, will move from Leicester after leading them back to the Premier League by winning the Championship.

It is understood work on his contract is being finalised by lawyers and an announcement could be made before the weekend.

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The length of contract reflects the fact that everyone is focused on bringing long-term success back to Chelsea and ends any future speculation about renewals.

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Chelsea co-sporting directors Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart had travelled to Marbella for face-to-face talks with Maresca after Leicester gave permission for discussions to commence.

The Italian’s release clause at the King Power Stadium is understood to have been between £8m and £10m.