“He’s Chelsea best player this season” “Forget Cole Palmer” – Zola names Chelsea star has best player this season
Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola has revealed that midfielder Moises Caicedo is the player who has surprised him the most this season. After a difficult start to life at Stamford Bridge last year, the Ecuadorian has now become one of the team’s most important players.
Chelsea had a strong start to the season and were in second place before Christmas, making them serious contenders in the Premier League title race. However, their form has dipped, and Enzo Maresca’s team has won just three of their last 11 league games.
Despite recent struggles, Chelsea got back to winning ways with a crucial victory over Southampton, keeping them in the fight for Champions League qualification. The Blues currently sit fifth in the table—just two points behind third place but also only four points ahead of tenth.
With the battle for a top-four spot getting tighter, Chelsea will need to find consistency to avoid missing out on Champions League football for a third straight season.
Zola, a Chelsea icon, recently spoke about the club’s season and identified Moises Caicedo as the player who has impressed him the most.
“Caicedo, big surprise because last year when he came, he took time to adapt,” Zola told DR Sports. “He didn’t do as well as he is doing this year. This year, he is doing really, really good.
Caicedo struggled in his first season at Chelsea after joining for a British record transfer fee, but this year, he has become a key player in midfield. His performances have justified why Chelsea spent big to bring him in.
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has described Caicedo as the perfect player for a coach, thanks to his ability to control the midfield and protect the defense. With the season reaching a crucial stage, his role will be vital in Chelsea’s push for a top-four finish.
However, there is one concern—Caicedo is just one booking away from a two-match suspension. With a massive game against Arsenal coming up in the next two matches, Chelsea may need to carefully manage his playing time to ensure he is available for their most important games.