According to a report by The Athletic on Friday, October 30, 2026, Liam Rosenior’s promising start at Paris FC has raised fresh questions about Chelsea’s decision to sack him, particularly after the English manager highlighted the importance of having experienced players within a squad.

The former Chelsea manager revealed that the experience within his current Paris FC team has made his coaching responsibilities considerably easier as he works towards establishing the French club among Europe’s top sides.

Rosenior took charge of Paris FC in July, just three months after Chelsea terminated his six-and-a-half-year contract in April following a disappointing spell at Stamford Bridge.

The 41-year-old has enjoyed an encouraging beginning to life in France, guiding Paris FC to sixth place in Ligue 1 with 14 points from their opening eight matches. His team have also recorded notable victories over Marseille and Strasbourg.

His progress has renewed discussions about Chelsea’s decision to part ways with him, especially considering the club’s struggles towards the end of his tenure.

Chelsea endured five consecutive Premier League defeats without scoring, a run that raised serious concerns about Rosenior’s ability to manage the demands of a top English club.

However, the experience and composition of Chelsea’s squad have also become part of the discussion surrounding his departure.

Speaking about his current team, Rosenior praised the senior professionals at Paris FC, explaining that their experience and leadership have helped create a better working environment for both the coaching staff and younger players.

Speaking to talkSPORT, he said:

“I love the makeup of this group. I think we’re one of the oldest in the league. I think our average age is 28. The senior players are fantastic pros. They’re great role models for the young players. They make my job a little bit easier.”

His comments offer a contrast to Chelsea’s squad last season, which reportedly had an average age of just 23.4 years.

The Blues have consistently prioritised recruiting young players with long-term potential, but the relative lack of experienced figures arguably placed additional pressure on Rosenior during his time at Stamford Bridge.

Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville had also questioned Chelsea’s decision to appoint a relatively inexperienced manager to oversee such a young squad.

Meanwhile, Rosenior is focused on building a successful project at Paris FC, where he hopes to challenge France’s established clubs and eventually establish the team as a recognised force in European football.