Chelsea co-owner Behdad Eghbali revealed that the decision to sack Enzo Maresca mid-season was not one the club wanted to make, as it has negatively impacted the team's performance this season. Speaking at a sports business conference in Los Angeles, Eghbali noted that the club's policy is to avoid in-season changes. However, Chelsea has faced a disastrous run under interim manager Liam Rosenior, crashing out of the Champions League, FA Cup, and EFL Cup, while their Premier League form has also declined. With only one win in six games across all competitions, the team is struggling to maintain relevance in the top-five race. Eghbali highlighted the need for a shift towards recruiting proven players to restore Chelsea's winning identity, yet the current leadership lacks the experience to build an elite squad. This situation has led to planned protests from fans against the club's management, indicating that urgent changes are needed.