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Cucurella Urges Sanchez to Stay Focused After Losing Chelsea Starting Spot
Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella has spoken out in support of his teammate Robert Sanchez, encouraging the goalkeeper to keep working hard and avoid unnecessary attention as he navigates a difficult period in his career.
Sanchez, who secured his spot as Chelsea’s first-choice goalkeeper at the start of the season under new manager Enzo Maresca, has faced increasing scrutiny after a series of costly mistakes in the Premier League.
Maresca has already taken action, dropping Sanchez in favor of Filip Jörgensen for Chelsea’s 2-1 victory over West Ham United. This decision has fueled speculation that the manager may permanently replace him as the club’s main goalkeeper.
When asked about Sanchez’s situation in an interview with AS, Cucurella acknowledged the challenges but expressed confidence that his teammate will recover.
“It’s a tough time for him, but what matters most is that he keeps working and stays away from too much attention,” Cucurella said. “Every player at Chelsea has had difficult moments. The key thing is to stay focused, keep pushing, and be ready for the next opportunity when it comes.”
Chelsea player Enzo Fernández is in discussions to join Manchester City. This information was revealed by Fabrizio Romano, who shared that the two clubs are discussing a potential deal.
He wrote: “Enzo Fernández has a verbal agreement with Manchester City on personal terms.
“Deal depends on club-to-club decision, as #MCFC have not sent an official bid yet, but contacts will take place soon; decision on price is up to Chelsea.
“Enzo could be out again this weekend.”
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca mentions his captains for the team. He mentions Rúben Dias and Erling Haaland.
He shared “We have experienced players. For sure, we have leaders. Now we need to wait four or five more days until the transfer window closes to see if we can add one or two more captains to Ruben [Dias] and Erling , who at the moment are the two captains.”
Maresca confirmed the pair as part of his leadership group ahead of the 2026/27 season, with two more captains expected to be selected after the transfer window closes.
Chelsea manager speaks on the team and shares thoughts on considering a change in goalkeepers, giving another goalkeeper, Mike Penders, a chance.
“Penders is part of the squad, so he has an opportunity. We will decide and then I am giving the team tomorrow to the players, so I prefer to respect that they know first.”
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