“He’s not good enough to be a starter” “I prefer him over Enzo Fernandez” – Michael Essien urges Enzo Maresca to start £58m Chelsea star over Enzo Fernandez
Michael Essien, a former midfielder for Chelsea, declared after his performance against Crystal Palace that he is “not having” Enzo Fernandez.
After Nicolas Jackson gave the Blues the lead, Fernandez led the team once more as they lost to Palace at home on Sunday.
In the second half, the World Cup winner was essentially forced to play center back, and he occasionally failed to stop counterattacks with his athleticism as Palace easily moved through Chelsea’s midfield.
Romeo Lavia should start for Chelsea instead of Enzo Fernandez, according to former Chelsea player Michael Essien’s recommendation.
Following the team’s 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace, in which Fernandez captained the squad but did not perform well, Michael Essien made the following remarks.
“I am not having Enzo Fernandez,” he declared. He doesn’t seem good enough to me. Lavia is a more skilled athlete.
Lavia is out for the time being due to a hamstring injury, but when he gets back, Michael Essien ought to be picked over Fernandez.
The £100 million Chelsea acquisition, Fernandez, has had difficulty justifying his high asking price, and Essien’s remarks will only put more strain on the 23-year-old.