Chelsea staff and players are “stunned” by Emma Hayes’ unexpected departure.

Following the club’s announcement that she would be leaving at the end of the season, EMMA HAYES is said to have accepted to a lucrative new position outside of Chelsea.

Hayes has had an incredible run of success with The Blues, winning two FA Women’s League Cups, five Women’s FA Cups, and six Women’s Super League crowns.

Additionally, it appears that her exceptional performance has earned her a spot in one of the most prominent positions in women’s football.

The esteemed manager has consented to take over as head coach of the US Women’s national team, according to The Telegraph.

According to the article, the USWNT is eager to appoint Chelsea’s assistant manager Denise Reddy as their number two.

Chelsea said on their official website today that Hayes will be leaving his position as manager at the end of the current campaign.

Emma Hayes OBE, a highly decorated Chelsea Women’s manager, will leave the team at the end of the current campaign to seek a new opportunity outside of the WSL and club football, the statement stated.

The Chelsea team was apparently informed of the development after their 6-0 victory over Aston Villa today.

And because the 47-year-old was so well-liked by everyone at the team, it’s claimed that both football players and non-football personnel were taken aback by the unexpected exit.

Hayes will continue to lead the London team until the end of the 2023–24 season in May.

which, given that the Blues are presently atop the standings and have won their first five games of the season, will be welcome news to Blues supporters.

However, the suggested schedule means that until Hayes can take over full-time, the US Women’s team will play with a temporary manager in place, which may worry fans in the United States.

In August, Twila Kilgore was named the national team’s acting head coach, a position that she might hold until Hayes arrives.

Before taking over, Hayes might join the USWNT during international breaks, according to reports from US football journalist Joseph Lowry.