Arteta and Maresca, Getty images 02 January 2026, 17:36

The head coach of London Arsenal, Mikel Arteta, spoke about the dismissal of Enzo Maresca from Chelsea. His words are quoted by the BBC.

“I wish him all the best. I really like Enzo as a person, as a professional, I think he did a great job at Chelsea. I always had a hard time against his team.

This decision has already been made and I just wish him the best,” Arteta said.

Chelsea is in fifth place in the league table of England. The team scored 30 points after 19 matches played. Arsenal is on the first line with 45 points.