Men In Blazers Maresca out at Chelsea, Amorim gone at Manchester United, and Arsenal look unbeatable: Men in Blazers 01/06/26
Jan 6, 2026
Dive into the dramatic managerial shake-ups at Chelsea and Manchester United as new hires face internal chaos. Arsenal's impressive performance raises the stakes for the title race—could this be Arteta's year? Meanwhile, Leeds' Brendan Aaronson shares his determination to shine again. The showdown between Chelsea and Manchester City leaves fans buzzing, and issues plaguing United's structure are laid bare. Plus, celebrate Wolves' first win and explore the quirky culture of hefty severance payouts for failing managers.
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Front Office Chaos Undermines Managers
- Chelsea's chaotic front office model undermined managerial authority and contributed to Enzo Maresca's exit.
- Multiple directors and medical interventions left Maresca feeling powerless despite on-field success.
Hiring For Cultural Fit Over Big Résumés
- Chelsea hired Liam Rosenoir (Resenia) from their multi-club network as a deliberate low-risk cultural fit.
- The appointment signals clubs may prioritise pliant coaches who accept front-office control over experienced autonomy.
The Manager's Role Is Shrinking
- The managerial role at elite clubs has shrunk as specialised front offices assume recruitment and medical control.
- Managers now face being public scapegoats while lacking full authority over their squads.
