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Maresca Praises Josh’s Performance After Chelsea’s Win Against Legia Warsaw
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has praised defender Josh Acheampong after his standout performance in the Blues’ 3-0 victory over Legia Warsaw in the UEFA Europa Conference League quarter-final first leg on Thursday.
Acheampong played the full 90 minutes as Chelsea dominated the Polish team. Tyrique George put Chelsea ahead, and Noni Madueke scored twice to seal the win.
After the match, Maresca expressed his admiration for Acheampong, saying, “I’m in love with Josh Acheampong. He has the potential to be a top player for Chelsea. He can play in multiple positions, and the best part is that he’s eager to learn. If I need him as a full-back, he’s ready. He just wants to know what to do.”
Chelsea will play the second leg against Legia Warsaw next week at Stamford Bridge and will face Ipswich Town in their next Premier League match on Sunday.
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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