Enzo Maresca Impressed with Jadon Sancho: Chelsea Star Set to Play Key Role as Left Winger
Jadon Sancho’s move to Chelsea on deadline day has given him a fresh start under the management of Enzo Maresca, and he has already made a positive impression during the international break.
While he wasn’t called up for England’s matches against the Republic of Ireland and Finland, this time has allowed him to settle into Chelsea’s training setup at Cobham.
Maresca has reportedly been using Sancho on the left wing in training, which could be an indication of where he will feature for the Blues this season.
Although Sancho can also operate on the right flank, journalist Simon Phillips mentioned that the 24-year-old has been consistently placed on the left in small-sided games during practice sessions.
Sancho’s arrival adds to Chelsea’s attacking options, especially with Mykhailo Mudryk struggling for form and Raheem Sterling leaving the club.
This creates a potential opportunity for Sancho to secure a regular starting role on the left wing, where he could bring creativity and versatility to Chelsea’s attack.
However, the competition for places is still fierce, with Pedro Neto also arriving at Stamford Bridge and capable of playing on both wings. Maresca will have a variety of attacking combinations to choose from, which could lead to exciting times for Chelsea fans.
Sancho may make his Chelsea debut when they face Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium next Saturday, and it will be interesting to see how he fits into Maresca’s plans for the rest of the season.
Enzo Maresca Impressed with Jadon Sancho: Chelsea Star Set to Play Key Role as Left Winger