LATEST NEWS: Maresca confirmed that three Chelsea players, who were available for the Crystal Palace game, won’t be available against Bournemouth due to personal reasons and injuries. He emphasized that there are no excuses and that the team must win, regardless of who is available.
In a significant blow for Chelsea, head coach Enzo Maresca confirmed that three key first-team players, who were available for the Crystal Palace game, will not feature in the upcoming Premier League match against Bournemouth. Scheduled to face Bournemouth on Saturday at Vitality Stadium, Chelsea will be without these senior players due to a mix of injuries and personal issues.
In his pre-match press conference, Maresca spoke about the situation but reassured fans of his faith in the squad despite the missing players. He said:
“We’re in a transition period, but that’s not an excuse. We must win every match, and with my new lineup, I’m certain we will win. The team understands this, and it doesn’t matter who’s unavailable. Our focus is on each game, and we must approach them with a winning mindset.”
Maresca’s remarks emphasize his commitment to maintaining a winning attitude, despite Chelsea’s challenges. However, fans are worried about the potential impact of these absences on the team’s performance against Bournemouth. The names of the unavailable players remain undisclosed, but Chelsea will need to rely on their squad depth to secure all three points.
These injury setbacks come at a pivotal stage of the season, and Maresca will have to adjust his tactics accordingly. As Chelsea progresses through its rebuilding phase under Maresca, each game is critical for maintaining momentum and staying competitive with their rivals.
Frustrated fans took to social media, with one commenting, “This is an absolute joke . With this lineup, we might as well forget about the 3 points. We’re doomed .”
Despite the absence of these key players, Maresca is confident that his team will rise to the occasion and get the victory against Bournemouth on Saturday.