New Chelsea manager Rosenior convicted for speeding

New Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior has been convicted of speeding after failing to attend a speed awareness course due to travel disruption, according to reports in the UK.

The 41-year-old admitted to driving at 36mph in a 30mph zone in Derbyshire on July 7. He was initially offered the option of a speed awareness course to avoid prosecution but was unable to attend after fog delayed his return flight from Strasbourg to England.

As a result, a magistrates’ court convicted him and ordered him to pay £1,052 in fines, costs and court fees.

Focus shifts to Stamford Bridge

The conviction comes just hours after Rosenior officially took charge at Chelsea following the dismissal of Enzo Maresca.

The former Strasbourg manager has signed a six-and-a-half-year contract but unlikely begin his tenure with a Premier League fixture against Fulham on Wednesday.

In his first statement as Chelsea boss, Rosenior described the appointment as a major honour, stressing his commitment to protecting the club’s winning identity and building a united, values-driven team capable of delivering trophies.

Strasbourg exit sparks backlash

Rosenior’s departure has triggered strong criticism from Strasbourg supporters, with the club’s Supporters’ Federation describing the move as “humiliating” and another example of subservience within the BlueCo multi-club ownership structure.

The group warned that multiple ownership models pose a broader threat to French football.

Busy schedule ahead

Chelsea face Fulham in midweek before an FA Cup third-round tie against Charlton Athletic. Rosenior will then lead the Blues into a Carabao Cup semi-final against Arsenal, offering an early chance to secure silverware.

Despite the off-field distraction, Rosenior now faces immediate pressure to deliver results and justify Chelsea’s long-term faith in his appointment.