February 4th 2025.
Joe Cole, a former player for Chelsea, recently expressed his thoughts on the current state of the team. He believes that the team lacks strong leaders and could benefit from signing someone like Jordan Henderson, a well-respected and experienced player, to guide Enzo Maresca's young squad.
At the beginning of the season, Chelsea seemed to have a lot of potential to challenge for the Premier League title. However, after a series of disappointing results, they have fallen behind Liverpool and Arsenal in the standings. Although they managed to secure a 2-1 win against West Ham on Monday, there are concerns about their lack of experience in their attempt to close the gap with the top teams.
Cole, who won three Premier League titles during his time at Chelsea, agrees that Maresca's squad needs more senior figures to help with the development of the younger players. He recalls the chaotic situation at the club at the start of the season, with a large squad and uncertainty over who would stay or leave. However, he is impressed with how Maresca has managed the group, staying calm and focused on picking the players he believes can contribute to the team.
Cole also acknowledges that there have been some new additions to the squad in the January transfer window, which has brought more strength and determination to the team. He believes that the top four is still a realistic goal for Chelsea, given the amount of money they have invested in their players. He commends Maresca's work so far and believes that qualifying for the Champions League would be a successful achievement for the club this year.
However, Cole also points out that Maresca may not have complete control over the team and the players he would like to have. He suggests that the club's policy of buying young players for potential profit may be hindering the team's progress. In Cole's opinion, having experienced and proven leaders in the squad, such as a younger version of Thiago Silva or a player like Jordan Henderson, would greatly benefit the team's development and overall performance. He emphasizes the importance of learning from experienced players on the field and believes that it could be a missed opportunity for Chelsea if they do not have these types of players in their team.
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