Rio Ferdinand Backs Chelsea's Enzo Maresca

Rio Ferdinand has named Chelsea's Enzo Maresca as his choice for Premier League Manager of the Season, arguing that despite Liverpool's Arne Slot leading the league, Maresca has achieved more significant change at Chelsea. Ferdinand emphasized the chaotic situation at Chelsea, where Maresca inherited a struggling squad and a fragmented ownership, contrasting it with Slot's stable environment at Liverpool. Owen Hargreaves challenged Ferdinand's view, pointing out that Slot's impressive record and Liverpool's position at the top of the table should merit recognition. While Liverpool sits six points clear and performing well in the Champions League, Ferdinand believes Maresca's ability to turn Chelsea around from a 'circus' to a competitive team under challenging conditions warrants greater acknowledgment. Both managers have demonstrated exceptional skill, but Ferdinand advocates for Maresca's recognition due to the context of their respective situations. The debate highlights differing perspectives on managerial success and challenges in the Premier League.