A senior figure at Chelsea has left the club after becoming increasingly unpopular with staff and supporters.
Chelsea had a hectic summer transfer window as new manager Enzo Maresca made significant changes to the squad, cutting several players. Now, the club’s overhaul has reached the staff level, with a senior management member being removed from his permanent position.
A new management committee has been established to handle the club’s commercial affairs, and Jason Gannon, the chief operating officer, has been appointed to lead it, replacing Jurasek.
In a statement following the announcement, Jurasek expressed pride in his role at Chelsea, saying, “I am incredibly proud to have led this historic football club into its next chapter. We have successfully built a team both on and off the pitch that positions the club for long-term success. I have complete confidence in Jason and the executive leadership team and am grateful to have contributed to its formation.”
According to Telegraph Sport, although Jurasek has ceased all active work at Chelsea, he remains available for advisory roles despite no longer holding a permanent position.
A statement from Chelsea co-owners Todd Boehly, Behdad Eghbali, and Jose E. Feliciano read: “We would like to extend our thanks to Chris for his dedication in this role. His exceptional leadership is reflected in the talented team he built during his time with us.”
Jurasek’s exit from Chelsea comes just one year after he was appointed chief executive. However, it is reported that his departure was always intended to occur within two years of establishing the business leadership team.
