Chelsea Football Club is delighted to announce Liam Rosenior as the new head coach of the men’s team. The 41-year-old joins the Blues on a long-term contract running through to 2032.
Rosenior arrives at Stamford Bridge following a successful tenure with RC Strasbourg, where he led the French side to European qualification for the first time in 19 years during his debut season. His managerial career also includes impactful spells at Hull City and Derby County.
On his appointment, Rosenior said:
“I am deeply honoured to be appointed Head Coach of Chelsea Football Club. This is a club with a unique spirit and a storied history of success. My job is to protect that identity and build a team that reflects those values every time we step onto the pitch.
“I believe in unity and teamwork; those values will be the foundation of everything we do. I am excited to work with this talented squad and staff to create an environment where everyone is driven by the same goal. To our fans: you are the soul of this club. I want you to be proud of what we represent. I cannot wait to get started.”
Club Statement
“Liam has proven his ability to build teams with a distinct style of play while maintaining the highest standards off the pitch. While player development remains a focus, our ambitions remain at the highest level. Liam has our full backing to ensure Chelsea competes at the top of every competition, both now and in the future.”

