“Worst Chelsea signing so far” “Can’t handle Premier League heat” – Chelsea player has been named as thr second worst Premier League signing the season
Chelsea certainly kept themselves busy throughout the summer transfer window, making moves to improve the squad’s chances of success this season. Manager Enzo Maresca has gotten accolades for most of his work at Stamford Bridge, particularly for managing a huge group full of talented players.
Maresca’s Squad Management
Chelsea fans have praised Maresca’s fast integration of Jadon Sancho into the starting lineup. Sancho has started the last three Premier League games, leaving Mykhailo Mudryk sidelined. Pedro Neto, who joined this summer and has impressed, has also had to be patient.
Joao Felix, another high-profile signing, has failed to make an imprint in his second spell at Chelsea.
Joao Felix: Mixed Reception
Despite his talent, Felix’s signing hasn’t been met with universal approval. Reports suggest that Chelsea didn’t originally have strong ambitions to bring him back, but with Conor Gallagher leaving in the summer, the club facilitated Felix’s £45 million transfer. Not everyone is convinced by the move, either. In a list by TuttoJuve ranking the worst 10 Premier League summer transfers, Felix was named second, just behind Manchester United’s Matthijs de Ligt.
Felix’s Competition: Palmer and Nkunku
One reason Felix has yet to start in the Premier League this season is the exceptional form of Cole Palmer. Palmer’s performances have kept Felix out of his favored position, forcing him to wait for his chance. And it’s not just Palmer who stands in Felix’s way—Christopher Nkunku, fresh off another goal for France during the international break, continues to be a strong candidate for the starting lineup.
With so much attacking talent at Maresca’s disposal, the competition for spots is fierce, leaving players like Felix fighting for their opportunity to shine.