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Shaun Wright-Phillips Urges Chelsea to Prioritize Defensive Reinforcements Over Osimhen
Former Chelsea winger Shaun Wright-Phillips has urged the club to focus on strengthening their defence rather than pursuing a striker like Victor Osimhen in the upcoming transfer window.
Wright-Phillips, who made a name for himself at Chelsea during his playing days, believes the club should prioritize their defensive lineup to address the current issues at the back, especially after the departure of veteran Thiago Silva earlier this year.
Chelsea’s defensive woes have been evident this season, with the team conceding more goals than expected.
Wright-Phillips pointed out that the club’s issues are not related to scoring goals, something they have been able to do, but rather to the mistakes made in their defensive setup.
He stated, “They’re not struggling to score goals. That is not a problem for them right now.
The problem is they are conceding goals. If they can cut some of those mistakes, then again, we see a different Chelsea.”
While Wright-Phillips acknowledges the immense talent of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, who has impressed in Serie A with Napoli, he feels that Chelsea’s immediate focus should be on strengthening their defence.
Osimhen had been linked with a move to Chelsea in the past, especially before he joined Galatasaray on loan from Napoli in the summer.
His performances in Italy have created interest from various top European clubs, but Wright-Phillips believes that Chelsea’s current squad doesn’t need another striker right now.
Instead, he emphasized that the club’s attention should be on replacing the leadership and experience left by Thiago, Silva.
France footballer, Kylian Mbappe expresses joy if Zinedine Zidane will be named the manager of France national team.
It can be recalled that the France team manager, Didier Deschamps has announced his intention to leave after the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
“It isn’t me who decides (who succeeds Deschamps). I am trying not to talk about it too much. It isn’t my job and there is already a manager there. You have to have respect for the people that are already in place.”
“I no longer have to prove my love for Zidane but I think you have to respect the people that are here (Deschamps).”
Oliver Maurice, the media officer of the Rwanda Football Association, FERWAFA, shares that Osimhen should be stopped.
It has been reported that Osimhen will lead Nigeria in the clash against Rwanda for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Osimhen is seen to be an impressive player and has shined all through his matches with Galatasaray, this season.
Maurice speaks on stopping the player to best the team at the clash. “Osimhen is on fire, and we will try to stop him in this match.”
“Nigeria have top-quality players, but we’re not afraid; we only respect them.”
“Nigeria have never won in Rwanda. We’re all excited ahead of this match, and our fans will troop out in numbers to support the team.”
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has voiced strong criticism of co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s recent announcement to construct a new 100,000-seater stadium, estimated at £2 billion, to replace Old Trafford.
Scholes expressed concerns that the club appears to be “begging” for funds under Ratcliffe’s leadership, casting doubt on the feasibility of such an ambitious project.
Scholes remarked, “For a long time, we’ve been called the richest club in the world, but I feel like we’re begging a little bit, coming out and asking for the stadium and that we need £2 billion, and selling players to buy players.”
He cautioned fans against being overly trusting of Ratcliffe’s promises, stating, “Words are cheap, and we could say anything about anyone, you can say in 10 years we’ll have the biggest and best stadium in the world, you can say anything!”
The proposed stadium, backed by government support, aims to enhance the fan experience while preserving the essence of Old Trafford. Ratcliffe emphasized the necessity of such investments to prevent financial shortfalls by the end of 2025 and stressed prioritizing spending on the squad to secure trophies.
However, the club’s financial strategies have come under scrutiny. Manchester United recently announced a 5% increase in season ticket prices for adult holders, a move that has been met with fan dissatisfaction, especially given the team’s current 13th-place standing in the Premier League. Additionally, the club plans to cut up to 200 more staff as part of ongoing cost-cutting measures.
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