Wright-Phillips says Chelsea needs to make a specific signing in January.

Chelsea have been having a fantastic season so far, thanks to the leadership of their head coach Enzo Maresca. With 16 games played, the team is currently sitting comfortably in second place on the Premier League table. However, despite their impressive form, there are still some who doubt their ability to challenge for the title until they make some key signings in the January transfer window.

One person who has shared his thoughts on what Chelsea need to do in the transfer market is former player Shaun Wright-Phillips. He believes that instead of focusing on bringing in a new striker or goalkeeper, the club should prioritize signing a new centre-back. According to Wright-Phillips, the departure of Thiago Silva has left a gap in the team's defense that needs to be filled with more experienced players.

While some may argue that Chelsea need to improve their attacking options, Wright-Phillips believes that their main issue lies in conceding goals rather than scoring them. He points out that the team is not struggling to find the back of the net, but rather they are struggling to keep their opponents from scoring. If they can address this issue, then they will truly be a force to be reckoned with.

Chelsea's head coach Maresca has also acknowledged the team's defensive weaknesses, stating that they are not yet ready to compete for the title because of their inability to keep clean sheets. He cites a recent match against Brentford where they conceded a goal from a throw-in as an example of their defensive lapses. According to Maresca, a title-winning team would not have made such a mistake.

In the end, it seems that there is a consensus that Chelsea need to strengthen their defense in order to have a real chance at winning the Premier League title this season. Whether they choose to listen to the advice of Wright-Phillips and focus on signing a new centre-back remains to be seen. But one thing is for sure, if they can address their defensive issues, they will be a formidable opponent for any team in the league.

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