But the club needs to move forward and Maresca's comeback has to be a footnote in the big picture. While it was a successful, brief spell - even if there were some grumblings about the patient style last term - there is little point dwelling on the past.

Chelsea are set to offload Cesare Casadei during the January transfer window, with the 21-year-old’s departure described as “inevitable” by Italian media.Casadei has made just 15 senior appearances for Chelsea since his move from Inter Milan in 2022,

Chelsea return to action when they make the trip to Leicester on Saturday, marking Enzo Maresca's return to the King Power Stadium for the first time since his departure

Chelsea could reap the benefits if rival teams focus their efforts on marking Cole Palmer out of matches. Blues boss Enzo Maresca told the England international earlier this month that he should expect special attention from opposition defenders after his meteoric rise to the top of the game over the last year.

Cole Palmer is among those who have been able to train during international break having withdrawn from England duty as Chelsea prepare for visit to Leicester

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has received a huge boost ahead of facing Leicester City on Saturday lunchtime with five stars returning to training. All five players have had some issues in recent days and weeks,

Chelsea have some injury concerns as they return to Premier League action against Leicester City on Saturday. Enzo Maresca returns to the King Power Stadium for the first time since leading the Foxes back to the Premier League last season.