“I have warned Enzo Maresca about that particular player, he refused to bench him, He keeps causing problems to the teams, He cost Chelsea thier defeat yesterday against Brighton and Maresca played him full time: Former Chelsea Manager and Player Frank Lampard names ONE player who doesn’t deserve to start for Chelsea, warned Enzo Maresca about the unforgivable mistake
The mood around Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca seems to have shifted after his team’s 3-1 defeat to Brighton, which followed a red card in a successive match. The Italian coach’s team left the field to a smattering of boos from the Stamford Bridge crowd, and Maresca’s post-match comments have raised eyebrows among Chelsea’s hierarchy.
A Change in Tone
After Chelsea’s success in the Club World Cup and qualification for the Champions League, Maresca appeared at his strongest. However, cracks have begun to appear, and his recent comments have not gone down well with the club’s owners. Maresca has publicly expressed his concerns about the team’s defensive options, stating that the club knows exactly what he thinks. He also seemed frustrated with the decision to recall Axel Disasi from the first team, saying that the club didn’t mention anything about it.
Pressure Mounting
With Chelsea’s poor start to the season, Maresca’s job is under scrutiny. The team has set a target for Maresca to qualify for the Champions League this season, but with just eight points from six games and two Premier League losses in a row, the pressure is growing. BBC Match of the Day pundit Alan Shearer noted that as a Chelsea manager, you know you’re under pressure if you lose matches, and Maresca will surely be aware of the situation.
Unsettling Signs
The signs are unsettling for Maresca, with the club’s owners going into the dressing room after the defeat by Brighton, which Maresca claimed was normal. However, the fact that Chelsea signed Alejandro Garnacho for £40m, and he has featured in just one league match as a substitute, raises questions about the club’s transfer strategy. Additionally, striker Marc Guiu has not played at all since being recalled from his loan spell, and academy product Josh Acheampong has barely been called upon.
A Tough Road Ahead
As Chelsea prepares for the midweek Champions League game against Benfica and a Premier League match with defending champions Liverpool, Maresca will need to turn things around quickly. With several injury problems, including his four main central defenders and star attacker Cole Palmer, Maresca faces a tough road ahead. The Italian coach’s ability to navigate these challenges will be crucial in determining his future at the club.
