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Rosenior is a long-term appointment for Chelsea - Nizaar Kinsella

Liam Rosenior is under contract until 2032 after signing a six-and-a-half-year deal.

The 41-year-old is seen as anything but a stopgap and is regarded as a long-term replacement for former manager Enzo Maresca, having joined from sister club Strasbourg in France.

It reflects the stability Chelsea believe they need, with long contracts not only for players but also for staff.