Liam Rosenior rates the start of his tenure at Chelsea with a score of 10.

Liam Rosenior, the new head coach of Chelsea, has already made his mark by winning three of his first four games in charge of the team, but surprisingly, he rates his start to life as Blues manager with a modest six out of ten. This 41-year-old former player, now at the helm of one of the most iconic clubs in the world, has already had the opportunity to lead the team in four different competitions – FA Cup, Carabao Cup, Premier League, and Champions League. With the anticipated clash against Crystal Palace approaching, this will be his first away challenge in the league.

In just 17 days of work, Rosenior has seen his team score 10 goals and concede 4, a start that he himself considered could have been worse. “I accept a six,” he stated, displaying a self-critical nature that may be both a sign of humility and a strategy to keep pressure under control.

Regarding his management style, Rosenior is unafraid to be seen as eccentric. He shared with Sky Sports that he does not care what others think of him outside the walls of Stamford Bridge. “For me, I am just myself. I’m not afraid to look silly sometimes,” he revealed. “I like to relax with the players, but I’m also demanding; I don’t hesitate to shout when it’s necessary. I’ve lost my voice a few times over these last days.”

Rosenior admitted that some players joked they had never spoken so much with a coach in such a short time. “They must be tired of me,” he joked, revealing his direct and communicative approach, which contrasts with that of his predecessor, Enzo Maresca. The Italian was known for his open criticism of players, a style that seems far removed from Rosenior’s intentions.

One of the major challenges Rosenior faces is the speculation surrounding his star player, attacking midfielder Cole Palmer. The young talent, regarded as one of the best in the world in his position, has been linked with a return to the north of England due to alleged homesickness. However, Rosenior dismissed the rumors during the press conference, stating that he has had several conversations with Palmer, who is “very happy to be here.”

“He is a huge part of our long-term plans. He is an exceptional player,” Rosenior clarified. His role, along with that of the club’s management, is to ensure that Palmer can maintain consistent performance while managing his workload in the right way.

Although Palmer’s absence from the match against Crystal Palace has been a topic of discussion, Rosenior is focused on “creating a team” that “enjoys what it does.” If he can cultivate that environment, he believes the possibilities for Chelsea are limitless. The new manager is determined to transform the team into a competitive unit that not only fights for victories but also enjoys the game at every moment.