“He’s not injured” “But he’s out”- Enzo Maresca confirms £34m Chelsea star won’t play against Manchester City
For the first time since taking over as Chelsea manager, Enzo Maresca has addressed the media prior to a Premier League match.
As he gets ready for his Premier League debut, the Italian will probably know who is expected to start at Stamford Bridge against Manchester City.
Club captain Reece James is one player he will undoubtedly be missing, as fans are growing impatient with him following his most recent set of injuries.
Following some significant transfer activity in the summer, there is a lot of competition for spots in the middle of the park.
Conor Gallagher is one player who many believed would have departed by now, but his £34 million move to Atletico Madrid appears to be on hold at the minute.
Conor Gallagher will not play vs Manchester City
Maresca has said that while the England international is back at the club, he will not be involved in this weekend’s first team clash.
He said to Football London: “Conor is back. He is training apart. He is doing some medical tests and some training. He won’t be involved in the game. At this moment, he is trying to find a solution with the club.”
Any attempts to get the Gallagher sale over the line could come in exchange for Joao Felix, with the Blues in discussions over bringing him in this summer.