“He’s so Intelligent” “Cole Palmer will love playing with him” – Juan Mata tells Enzo Maresca to start 24-years-old Chelsea star against Bournemouth
The focus from the international break will soon go back to local competition, specifically Chelsea’s return to the Premier League.
Since taking over as manager of the Blues, Enzo Maresca has seen all three outcomes, and they looked impressive in their 6-2 victory away at Wolves.
The Italian seems to have settled on a core group of players that are essential to his setup, as evidenced by the very few starting lineup changes he has made thus far in the league.
The section of the pitch where the biggest changes have occurred is the attack. When it comes to minutes on the right, Noni Madueke has pushed himself to the head of the line.
However, reports that Cole Palmer could be struggling with his fitness could see him not risked from the start for their next game against Bournemouth.
Maresca ought should attempt to begin Joao Felix for Chelsea’s upcoming match Juan Mata offers Enzo Maresca guidance.
“When looking at alternatives, Maresca should consider bringing Joao Felix into the starting side for the first time since his return to England”. Mata said
“The attacker has already opened his account for the second time in blue, and is in good form during the international break”.
Felix is eagerly awaiting his first start opportunity and earlier this week, he made a significant impact for Portugal as a substitute against Scotland.
Recently described as ‘intelligent’ by Juan Mata, the former Atletico Madrid man certainly has plenty to offer that could fill the boots of Palmer if required.
No position for Christopher Nkunku
Maresca also has to deal with finding the best possible way to use Christopher Nkunku, with the Frenchman far too good to be sitting on the bench on a regular basis.
The striker role is also an option, however up to now that role has been solely held by Nicolas Jackson.
The Senegal international is off to a strong start to the season, scoring in each of his last two games.