“He will be solid at this position against Forest” “Don’t use him wrongly” – Mikel Obi begs Enzo Maresca to use Chelsea star in his right position ahead of Nottingham Forest clash
Former Chelsea player Mikel Obi raved about one current Blues star after his performance in the win against Manchester United.
Chelsea beat Man Utd 1-0 at Stamford Bridge on Friday night to secure a vital three points.
Mikel Obi calls Reece James one of the best full-backs in Europe
Retired midfielder Mikel Obi, who enjoyed his time at Chelsea, praised Reece James after his impressive performance against Man Utd.
According to Mikel Obi, James is one of the best full-backs in Europe when he’s fit and firing. As he urges Enzo Maresca to stick to Reece James best position ahead of Nottingham Forest.
When discussing Chelsea star James, Mikel Obi told Stadium Astro: “Let’s hope he stays fit because, make no mistake, a fully fit Reece James is one of the best full-backs in Europe.
“Sometimes in this formation, because the left-back comes inside, he’s stuck there as a back three. I like to see him when he gets forward because of what we’ve just seen for that goal. The quality that he possesses. His delivery from wide areas.”