London, Jan. 1 -- Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca could leave his post before Sunday's match against Manchester City, with relations between the Italian and the club's hierarchy having deteriorated.
The Blues have won just once in their past seven Premier League matches and sit fifth in the table - 15 points adrift of leaders Arsenal. After their most recent game - a 2-2 draw with Bournemouth on December 30 - assistant manager Willy Caballero said Maresca felt too unwell to speak to the media, but it is understood his absence was more due to him considering his next steps.
There are reports of a board meeting on New Year's Day to address the situation.
According to BBC Sports, though they have fallen off the pace in the league, Chelsea have...