Paris FC have appointed Liam Rosenior as their new manager on a two-year contract with an option for a further season, giving the club a coach they believe brings experience at the highest level.
The 41-year-old arrives in France after being sacked by Chelsea in April, ending a short spell at Stamford Bridge. Rosenior had replaced Enzo Maresca there in January and signed a five-and-a-half year contract when he joined, but his time in charge was cut short after an encouraging start gave way to five straight Premier League defeats without a Chelsea goal.
Paris FC back Rosenior to move the club forward
The move fits Paris FC's wider ambition under the ownership of the Arnault family and minority shareholder Red Bull. The club finished 11th in Ligue 1 last season and are looking to push on after appointing their sixth permanent manager.
Paris FC said Rosenior's arrival brings a wealth of experience at the highest level, along with a reputation for attractive and attacking football. That profile will appeal to a club looking to establish itself more firmly in the French capital.
Why Rosenior stands out
Rosenior is highly regarded for the work he did at Strasbourg, where the club finished seventh in 2024-25 and qualified for the Uefa Conference League. Before that, he was named Hull City head coach in 2022, and his coaching journey also includes spells at Brighton and Derby County.
His track record suggests Paris FC are getting a manager with a clearer identity than many available options. The challenge now is turning that into progress in Ligue 1, where margins are tighter and expectations are rising.
Rosenior replaces Antoine Kombouare at Paris FC, with the club hoping the new appointment can mark the start of a more ambitious phase.
