Sancho's Struggles at Chelsea: Maresca Focused on Final Stretch Amid Transfer Speculation

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca deflects questions about Jadon Sancho's future while addressing the winger's performance struggles and squad updates ahead of Tottenham clash.

Maresca Deflects Sancho Future Talks Amid Poor Form

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has sidestepped questions about Jadon Sancho's long-term future at Stamford Bridge, insisting now is "not the moment" for such discussions. The £25m loanee from Manchester United has managed just 2 goals in 29 appearances, currently enduring an 18-game drought across all competitions.

Performance Analysis:

  • Crossing Woes: Sancho hasn't connected with a Chelsea teammate on any of his last 19 Premier League crosses
  • Buyout Clause: £5m penalty fee applies if Chelsea decline their £25m purchase obligation
  • Manager's Verdict: "In terms of numbers, he could do better, no doubt" - Maresca

Squad Updates Ahead of Tottenham Derby

Chelsea receives triple injury boost:

  • Cole Palmer returns to full fitness
  • Nicolas Jackson available for selection
  • Noni Madueke back in contention

"When they are not there for different reasons then we struggle," Maresca noted, referencing Chelsea's mid-season injury crisis that derailed their campaign. However, midfielder Romeo Lavia faces late fitness test with a "small problem."

Discipline Matters

The Italian manager addressed recent reports about canceling days off after first-teamers lost 3-0 to the U21s:

  • Called the incident "nothing" serious
  • Admitted players fell short of "high standards"
  • Stressed it's "normal for players to be relaxed" during international breaks

With nine games remaining, Maresca remains laser-focused: "I'm completely focused about that. Then what happens in summer, we'll see."

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