July 30th 2024.
Enzo Maresca, the new manager of Chelsea, has recently hinted at the possibility of Ben Chilwell leaving the team this summer. This unexpected news has caused quite a stir, with rumors circulating that Chilwell may be on his way to Manchester United.
Chilwell, who has been with Chelsea since 2020 after his move from Leicester City, has had a rocky time with injuries during his time in London. In fact, he was unable to participate in England's Euro 2024 campaign due to these issues. To make matters worse, his competition for the left-back position at Chelsea, Marc Cucurella, performed exceptionally well in Spain's victory over Germany.
When asked about Chilwell's role on the team, Maresca admitted that the defender is currently in a delicate situation. As a new manager, he is still trying to figure out the best way to utilize Chilwell's talents. This comes after reports of Chilwell being linked to a move to Manchester United earlier in the month.
Maresca sees Chilwell as a left-back and believes that he has always played well in that position. However, when pressed about the possibility of Chilwell playing a more advanced role on the left, similar to how he was used at Leicester, Maresca stated that the situation is delicate and they are still trying to find the best position for him. He also mentioned that Chilwell may need some time to adjust to a new role.
The manager also praised other players on the team, such as Malo Gusto and Reece James, who have the ability to play in the left-back position and provide more assists and dangerous attacks. Maresca believes that their quality and skills make them more suitable for that position.
Despite Chilwell's struggles with form and fitness, former Chelsea defender Wayne Bridge believes that it would be a mistake to sell the talented England international. He believes that Chilwell has a lot of potential and just needs to stay fit to prove himself to the manager. Bridge also mentioned that managers can often change their minds about players if they perform well.
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