Enzo Maresca, the head coach of Chelsea, recently faced backlash for selecting Enzo Fernández as captain of the team just a month after the midfielder posted a video containing a racially insensitive chant. Despite the controversy surrounding Fernández, Maresca defended his decision by highlighting the player’s role as a captain in the team. Maresca pointed
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Enzo Maresca, the head coach of Chelsea, recently expressed his concerns about the lack of playing time for Ben Chilwell in the upcoming season. With Chelsea having a crowded squad of 43 first-team players, Chilwell’s minutes on the field could be significantly reduced. Maresca pointed out that the arrival of Marc Cucurella in 2022 pushed
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has revealed that despite completing their 10th summer signing with the acquisition of Pedro Neto from Wolves, the club is still looking to bring in more players before the end of the transfer window. The club has been busy in the transfer market, adding several new faces to their squad,
The PFA Men’s Player of the Year shortlist for the 2023-24 season has been revealed, and it comes as no surprise that Manchester City players feature heavily. Erling Haaland, Phil Foden, and Rodri, key figures in City’s successful campaign, lead the pack. Haaland, who secured his second consecutive Golden Boot with 27 league goals, showcased
One of the standout nominees for the men’s 2023-24 PFA Young Player of the Year award is Chelsea’s very own Cole Palmer. At just 22 years old, Palmer made a significant impact in his first season at the club by scoring 22 goals and providing 11 assists. His impressive goal involvements have set him apart
Valencia sporting director Miguel Angel Corona recently revealed that they decided to pull out of negotiations with Atletico Madrid regarding the transfer of midfielder Javi Guerra. This surprising turn of events occurred when they discovered that Atletico’s agreement to sign Guerra was contingent on them backing out of a deal with Chelsea for Conor Gallagher.
Atlético Madrid’s recent agreement with Chelsea to sign Conor Gallagher for approximately €40 million is a significant move for the club. This deal showcases Atlético’s ambition to strengthen their squad and compete at the highest level. Gallagher’s arrival potentially adds quality and depth to Atlético’s midfield, providing manager Diego Simeone with more options in that
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca recently made headlines for his decision to give Enzo Fernández the captain’s armband during a preseason friendly with Real Madrid. Despite the racist scandal that emerged following Fernández’s Copa América win with Argentina, Maresca defended his choice by stating that Fernández is respected within the squad. This move sparked controversy, especially
Enzo Maresca, the manager of Chelsea, expressed his frustration after his team conceded two early goals in their 4-2 loss to Manchester City. He emphasized the need for his team to be “stronger” when they concede, highlighting the importance of not letting in multiple goals in quick succession. Maresca acknowledged the impact of conceding goals
Amidst ongoing negotiations, Chelsea has reportedly accepted a bid valued at £33 million from Atlético Madrid for Conor Gallagher. This decision comes after the midfielder declined a contract extension offer from Chelsea, signaling his desire to explore opportunities elsewhere. With just a year remaining on his current contract, Chelsea is keen on avoiding losing Gallagher
Atlético Madrid’s pursuit of Villarreal striker Alexander Sørloth has intensified after negotiations for Girona’s Artem Dovbyk hit a roadblock. Sources close to the club have revealed that Atlético had a deal in place for Dovbyk to replace Álvaro Morata, but talks fell through when the player’s agent demanded more money at the last minute. Despite
Chelsea Football Club has recently revealed their new away kit for the upcoming 2024-25 season. After the controversial reception of their “blue flame” home kit, the club opted for a more simplified design for their away jersey. The base color of the shirt appears to be off-white, but it is actually a very pale shade
The controversy surrounding Enzo Fernandez has caused a stir within the Chelsea camp, with Reece James expressing concern about the potential impact on team spirit. James emphasized the need for face-to-face talks amongst teammates to resolve the situation completely. The incident, which involved Fernandez and his fellow players singing a racist and derogatory song about
In the world of soccer, player acquisition is a complex process that involves a multitude of factors, making it challenging to predict which transfers will succeed and which will fail. Unlike American football, where there are clear positional delineations and established salary and roster rules, soccer presents a different set of challenges. With hundreds of