“Don’t be deceive, they’re not Chelsea standard” – Mikel Obi warns Enzo Maresca to stop using Chelsea duo after what they did in 2-0 defeat to Newcastle
Former Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi stated after Chelsea’s 2-0 loss to Newcastle that he believes Axel Disasi and Benoit Badiashile are not the right kind of players for Chelsea.
But Axel Disasi and Badiashile had a memorable evening. Axel Disasi scored Newcastle’s second goal and repeatedly struggled to stop the rushing forwards.
You’d think they’re not Chelsea-caliber based on their nightly stats.
Mikel claimed in a podcast interview that neither player have the skills necessary to play for Chelsea.
He also emphasized that the team management must use the January transfer window to look for improved center-back options.
“You can see how poor Alex Disasi was last night against Newcastle, making silly mistakes at the back to cost us goals as well Benoit Badiashile..in my book they’re not Chelsea standard”
“I don’t think Chelsea is a good fit for Benoit Badiashile. No, Alex Disasi! We need two top-tier, seasoned center-backs who can go in and give the back four security. “We require two elite center-backs,” he said.
Chelsea will face Manchester united at Old Trafford and will be looking forward to be back to winning ways.