FULL LIST: Chelsea managers in last 10 years

Chelsea FC’s managerial history over the past decade reflects one of the most demanding environments in European football, where performance pressure, ownership transitions, and shifting project philosophies have driven frequent coaching changes.

Following the sack of Liam Rosenior, Chelsea has reportedly had 10 coaches in the last 10 years, averaging 1 coach per year.

Below is a detailed breakdown of all managers who have led the club in the last 10 years, including appointment context and reasons for departure.

1. Guus Hiddink (Interim Manager)

Tenure: December 2015 – May 2016

Reason for appointment: Returned on an interim basis following the dismissal of José Mourinho to stabilise the squad and restore confidence.

Reason for exit: Completed temporary assignment and departed at the end of the season as planned.

 2. Antonio Conte

Tenure: July 2016 – July 2018

Reason for appointment: Hired to rebuild competitiveness and restore Chelsea to title contention.

Reason for exit: Dismissed after declining league performance and strained relations with the club hierarchy despite FA Cup success.

3. Maurizio Sarri

Tenure: July 2018 – June 2019

Reason for appointment: Brought in to implement an attacking, possession-based playing style.

Reason for exit: Departed by mutual consent after one season, following Europa League triumph and return to Italy with Juventus.

4. Frank Lampard (First Spell)

Tenure: July 2019 – January 2021

Reason for appointment: Installed during a transfer ban to lead a youth-focused rebuild.

Reason for exit: Sacked due to inconsistent results and decline in Premier League standings.

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5. Thomas Tuchel

Tenure: January 2021 – September 2022

Reason for appointment: Appointed mid-season to stabilise results and improve defensive organisation.

Reason for exit: Dismissed following ownership change and poor early-season form in 2022/23.

6. Graham Potter

Tenure: September 2022 – April 2023

Reason for appointment: Hired to lead a long-term project centred on tactical development and squad restructuring.

Reason for exit: Sacked due to poor results, lack of consistent identity, and failure to meet performance expectations.

7. Frank Lampard (Interim Return)

Tenure: April 2023 – June 2023

Reason for appointment: Reappointed as caretaker manager to complete the season following Potter’s dismissal.

Reason for exit: Interim role concluded at the end of the campaign.

8. Mauricio Pochettino

Tenure: July 2023 – June 2024

Reason for appointment: Tasked with restoring stability, structure, and competitiveness within a young squad.

Reason for exit: Departed by mutual consent after one season due to differing long-term vision.

9. Enzo Maresca

Tenure: July 2024 – 2026

Reason for appointment: Appointed to continue Chelsea’s rebuild with emphasis on structured possession play, youth integration, and tactical discipline.

Reason for exit: Left the role following a difficult run of form and the club’s decision to reset direction amid performance concerns.

10. Liam Rosenior

Tenure: January 6, 2026 – April 2026

Reason for appointment: Installed as a mid-season replacement following Maresca’s exit, tasked with immediately stabilising results and improving attacking output during a crisis period.

Reason for exit: Dismissed after 107 days in charge following a poor run of results, including five consecutive defeats without scoring a goal, prompting another urgent managerial reset.