Liam Rosenior's Chelsea appointment must be a tipping point not just a landmark moment | Samuel Okafor

Liam Rosenior's appointment as the head coach at Chelsea, a top-tier Premier League club, marks a landmark moment in the history of English football. As the first permanent black English manager at a big-six club, this move is not only significant for Rosenior himself but also for the broader representation of underrepresented groups within the sport.

Rosenior's appointment is particularly noteworthy given the scarcity of black managers in the Premier League and EFL clubs overall. With only three black managers currently holding positions at the top 92 clubs, Rosenior's appointment serves as a beacon of hope for a more inclusive future in English football.

The ownership behind Chelsea's decision to appoint Rosenior has emphasized a different approach compared to previous owners, particularly Roman Abramovich. This shift towards diversity and inclusion is crucial in fostering a more representative and innovative leadership structure that aligns with the diverse playing population and global fanbase of the sport.

However, despite this progress, there remain concerns about implicit biases in recruitment processes at clubs. The League Managers Association has highlighted informal methods used by some clubs to select candidates without conducting thorough interview processes. This lack of transparency and accountability is exacerbated by clubs' inadequate governance structures, which can impede efforts towards financial sustainability and personnel management.

The introduction of workforce diversity data across the 92 clubs offers a welcome step towards increasing transparency in football's recruitment practices. However, it is essential that this data is regularly published to allow for ongoing evaluation and progress tracking. Furthermore, clubs should be held accountable by introducing targets at all levels of their workforce, demonstrating their commitment to reflecting the communities they represent.

Ultimately, Rosenior's appointment serves as an opportunity for other clubs to follow Chelsea's lead and prioritize diversity, inclusion, and accountability within their governance structures. By breaking down barriers and fostering a more representative leadership pool, football can harness the benefits of diverse perspectives to drive innovation, creativity, and better decision-making. The future of English football hangs in the balance, and now is the time for clubs to seize this moment and create a more inclusive, accountable, and sustainable sport for all.
 
omg u gotta think about chelsea's new head coach liam rosenior lol he's black and english and its like finally someone from our community in charge of a top team ๐Ÿคฏ๐Ÿ‘ anyway i was talking to my friend who plays futsal and she said that there are like only 3 black managers in the whole premier league lol what a small pool right? but on the bright side it's better than nothing ๐Ÿ™Œ and its cool that chelsea's new ownership is trying to be more diverse and inclusive cuz roman abramovich was always kinda sketchy with his spending habits ๐Ÿค‘ anyway i'm just glad that they're finally doing something about it ๐ŸŽ‰
 
can you believe the progress that's happening in football? liam rosenior as the new head coach at chelsea is a game changer ๐Ÿ™Œ especially with roman Abramovich not being involved anymore it's like a fresh start for the club and for the industry as a whole. but we still gotta keep pushing on this diversity thing, it's not just about having one black manager it's about making sure that everyone has equal opportunities to get to the top of the game.

and yeah the lack of transparency in recruitment processes is still a major issue ๐Ÿค” i mean who really knows what's going on behind closed doors? but with the workforce diversity data thing, there's definitely progress being made. we just need to keep up the pressure and make sure that clubs are held accountable for their actions.

it's time for football to get its act together and create a more inclusive, sustainable sport for everyone ๐Ÿ’ช
 
๐Ÿคฉ I'm so hyped about Liam Rosenior's appointment as Chelsea's new head coach! It's like, finally, we're seeing some real change in the football world ๐ŸŒŸ. Three black managers at top 92 clubs? That's progress, fam! ๐Ÿ’ช And it's not just about Rosenior, but what it means for all the underrepresented groups trying to break into the sport. We need more diverse voices leading our clubs and making decisions that actually reflect the communities we're supposed to be representing ๐Ÿค.

I'm also loving the fact that Chelsea's ownership is trying to do things differently ๐Ÿ’ก. This shift towards diversity and inclusion is long overdue, and it's awesome to see them taking concrete steps towards creating a more representative leadership structure ๐Ÿ”’.

But, let's get real for a sec... we still got some work to do ๐Ÿ™…โ€โ™‚๏ธ. There are still those implicit biases in recruitment processes that need to be addressed ๐Ÿ‘€. And, yeah, clubs' governance structures can be pretty lacking ๐Ÿ’ธ. So, let's hope the new data on workforce diversity helps us get more transparency and accountability ๐Ÿ”.

And, can we PLEEEEEEase make publishing this data a regular thing? ๐Ÿคž It's time for clubs to step up their game and show us they're committed to reflecting their communities ๐Ÿ‘Š. We need to hold them accountable and push for better representation in all levels of the sport ๐Ÿš€. The future of English football is indeed hanging in the balance, but I'm feeling confident that we can make some real progress ๐Ÿ’ซ!
 
I'm so hyped about Liam Rosenior being the new head coach at Chelsea! ๐Ÿคฉ It's like, totally a game changer for diversity in football, you feel? I mean, we're talking about a top-tier club finally breaking down barriers for black managers. ๐Ÿ™Œ But, gotta say, I'm also kinda worried that there are still some shady recruitment practices going on in the Premier League. Like, what if clubs are just pretending to be all inclusive on paper but aren't actually doing anything about it? ๐Ÿค” We need more transparency and accountability, fam! ๐Ÿ’ฏ Maybe we can get some of these clubs to open up their books and share that workforce diversity data so we can see what's really going on. That would be a major step forward for the sport! ๐Ÿ‘
 
๐Ÿด๏ธ๐Ÿ‘Š This is a big deal ๐Ÿคฏ, but it's also super symbolic ๐Ÿ™. I mean, Rosenior is making history, no doubt about that ๐Ÿ”ฅ. But what really gets me is the fact that we're still having this conversation ๐Ÿค”. Three black managers in a 92-club league? That's not just a number, that's a glaring gap ๐Ÿšจ. And it's not just about the numbers, it's about the systemic issues ๐Ÿ‘€.

We need to see more than just token appointments ๐ŸŽ‰. We need to see real change ๐Ÿ’ช. The League Managers Association talking about informal methods? That's like saying we're making progress on a treadmill ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ. Meanwhile, Chelsea is over here with their shiny new diversity initiative ๐ŸŒˆ. I'm all for it, but we need more transparency ๐Ÿ” and accountability ๐Ÿ‘ฎโ€โ™€๏ธ.

Clubs need to step up their game and prioritize workforce diversity targets ๐Ÿ“Š. It's time to break down these barriers and create a more inclusive sport ๐Ÿ†. The future of English football is at stake โšฝ๏ธ, and I'm calling on all clubs to seize this moment ๐Ÿ’ฅ. Let's see real change, not just symbolic gestures ๐Ÿ˜’.
 
I don't usually comment but I think it's kinda dope that Liam Rosenior got the head coach job at Chelsea ๐Ÿคฉ๐Ÿ†. It's about time we saw more black people in top positions in football, you know? And it's not just about Rosenior himself, it's about all the other underrepresented groups who deserve a shot too ๐Ÿค.

But for real, though, I do worry that there are still gonna be some clubs that don't want to change their ways ๐Ÿ™…โ€โ™‚๏ธ. Like, we need more transparency and accountability in those recruitment processes, you feel? And it's not just about collecting data, it's about actually doing something with it ๐Ÿ’ช.

I think Chelsea is doing a solid job here, but we need more clubs to follow suit ๐Ÿค. We gotta make sure that everyone has an equal chance to shine, regardless of their background or color ๐ŸŒˆ. The future of football is all about being inclusive and innovative, you know? So let's get on board with it! ๐Ÿš€
 
๐Ÿค” so like what's really cool about Rosenior getting the job at Chelsea is that it shows there's room for growth in terms of diversity behind the scenes too... like not just on the pitch but also in who's running the club ๐Ÿ“Š making sure they're reflecting the community and all that is key to innovation and stuff ๐Ÿ’ก and yeah I think it's a step in the right direction but we need more transparency and accountability from clubs, you know? they gotta be held accountable for their actions and not just be about the benjamins ๐Ÿ’ธ
 
just saw that chelsea got a new coach and its about time we see more diversity in top tier footy ๐Ÿ™Œ ryan rosenior's appointment is a big deal and hopefully it sparks change across the league ๐Ÿ”„ clubs need to step up their game when it comes to representation and accountability ๐Ÿ‘Š publishing workforce diversity data sounds like a solid first step but lets see some real commitment from the owners ๐Ÿ’ฏ
 
I'm loving this new direction at Chelsea ๐Ÿ™Œ! Finally, we're seeing some real change happen behind the scenes. It's about time we move beyond just token gestures towards diversity and inclusion. I mean, Rosenior is more than just a PR stunt - he's a real leader who's going to bring in fresh ideas and perspectives.

But let's be real, this is just the tip of the iceberg ๐Ÿ’ก. We need to see more clubs following Chelsea's lead and making real commitments to diversity and accountability. That means transparent recruitment processes, regular publication of workforce diversity data, and actual targets for clubs to hit.

I'm also loving the idea of introducing workforce diversity data across the 92 clubs ๐Ÿ“Š. It's about time we got some real numbers on how many people from underrepresented groups are actually working in football. Let's see who's really behind the scenes making those big decisions!

And can we talk about the League Managers Association for a sec? They need to step up their game and make sure these clubs are held accountable ๐Ÿค. It's not just about Rosenior - it's about creating a more inclusive, representative leadership pool across the entire sport.

Fingers crossed that this is just the start of something amazing ๐Ÿ’ซ!
 
๐Ÿค” I'm not convinced that having one black manager at Chelsea is enough to make a real difference. What are the numbers on how many black managers were in place before Rosenior? And what's the plan to increase diversity in the lower leagues where it really matters? ๐Ÿ’ผ A more comprehensive approach is needed, not just a token gesture. Where's the data on how much of a pay gap there still is between black and white coaches in the Premier League? ๐Ÿ’ธ
 
๐Ÿค” just saw that liam rosenior got the job at chelsea lol they're actually trying to fix the racism thing in english football ๐Ÿ™Œ but it's still kinda worrying that there ain't many black managers elsewhere tbh need more data on how clubs do their hiring processes ๐Ÿ“Š and some actual accountability would be nice ๐Ÿ‘ฎโ€โ™‚๏ธ
 
๐Ÿ†๐Ÿ‘ Rosenior's appointment is ๐Ÿ’ฅ and ๐Ÿ™Œ long overdue! It's about time we see more diverse faces behind the bench ๐Ÿšช๐Ÿ’ผ. I'm loving the shift in Chelsea's approach, they're really ๐Ÿ”“ showing that they want to be part of the solution ๐ŸŒˆ. But let's get real โฐ, there's still so much work to be done ๐Ÿ’ฏ. We need to see more transparency and accountability from clubs ๐Ÿ“๐Ÿ‘ฎโ€โ™€๏ธ. The League Managers Association is on the right track ๐Ÿ” but we need to hold them accountable too ๐Ÿ‘Š. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that other clubs will follow Chelsea's lead ๐Ÿคž. Let's make football a more inclusive and sustainable sport for everyone ๐ŸŒŸ!
 
Yooo, finally we got a black boss at Chelsea ๐Ÿคฉ๐Ÿ”ต๐Ÿ’ช! I mean, it's like they say, "the right colour for the job" ๐Ÿ˜‚, but seriously, this is a big deal, fam! It's not just about Rosenior, though, it's about all us underrepresented folks trying to make our mark in the sport ๐Ÿค. But let's be real, if Chelsea can do it, why can't other clubs? I mean, have you seen their squad? They're like a melting pot of talent ๐Ÿ’ฅ! So, here's to Rosenior and his new crew: may they bring some much-needed diversity and innovation to the beautiful game ๐ŸŽจ๐Ÿ†. And btw, if only our football teams could get it together off the pitch as well... that would be a whole different story ๐Ÿ˜‚!
 
๐Ÿ™Œ Oh my gosh, I'm beyond stoked to see Liam Rosenior taking on this huge role at Chelsea! It's like, finally, we're seeing some real change in the football world ๐Ÿš€. The fact that he's breaking barriers as a black English manager is so inspiring, and it's amazing to think about all the young players out there who will look up to him as a role model ๐Ÿค. I'm also loving that Chelsea's ownership is trying to do things differently from before, it's like they're leading the way on diversity and inclusion ๐ŸŒˆ. Now, let's keep pushing for more transparency and accountability in those recruitment processes, it's time we get rid of all the hidden biases ๐Ÿšซ. This is like, a huge step forward for football, and I'm so excited to see where this journey takes us! ๐Ÿ†
 
๐Ÿค” I'm glad to see Chelsea making a move towards diversity, but let's not get too hyped just yet. What are the numbers behind Rosenior's appointment? How many other black managers have been in similar positions at big-six clubs over the past 5 years? Have we seen any concrete changes in recruitment practices or governance structures across the league?

I'm also curious about the ownership group behind Chelsea. Is it just a coincidence that they're prioritizing diversity and inclusion, or is there more to it? Are there any financial incentives or other benefits tied to this move that could be influencing decision-making?

Furthermore, workforce diversity data is a great step forward, but how will we know if it's actually being used to make meaningful changes? Will Chelsea be transparent about their recruitment processes, and what consequences will they face if they're found to be discriminatory? ๐Ÿ“Š
 
I'm not sold on the hype around Rosenior's appointment just yet ๐Ÿค”. Don't get me wrong, it's awesome that Chelsea's got someone from an underrepresented group in the top spot, but is this just a publicity stunt to tick off the diversity box? I need to see some real changes in how clubs approach hiring and promotions before I'm convinced ๐Ÿ˜’. And what about all the other talented black coaches out there who aren't getting a shot at the big time? Let's not forget that a few token appointments don't necessarily mean we've got a more inclusive league just yet ๐Ÿ™…โ€โ™‚๏ธ.
 
๐Ÿค” I'm so hyped about Liam Rosenior being the new head coach at Chelsea ๐Ÿ† it's a massive step forward for diversity in English football, like really massive ๐Ÿ’ฅ. We need more black managers in the Premier League and EFL clubs, and this is a big deal for representation purposes ๐ŸŒŽ. The fact that Chelsea is taking a different approach to ownership and prioritizing diversity is also super important ๐Ÿ‘. But we gotta keep pushing for transparency and accountability in recruitment processes - it's not enough just to have data, we need to see real progress tracking ๐Ÿ’ช. Let's hope other clubs take note and follow Chelsea's lead ๐Ÿ“ˆ!
 
I'm loving this Liam Rosenior appointment at Chelsea! ๐Ÿคฉ finally some change around the top-tier clubs! but let's be real, we gotta talk about the bigger picture here... ๐Ÿ“Š how many black managers are there even in the lower leagues? it's still super low and that's what's holding back the growth of our sport. I mean, Rosenior's appointment is a great start, but what about all the other talented black managers out there who deserve a shot? ๐Ÿค” we need more representation on the sidelines, not just at the top clubs... ๐Ÿ‘€ and yeah, let's get that workforce diversity data published and held accountable too! ๐Ÿ’ผ
 
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