In the aftermath of the loss, manager Enzo Maresca reportedly voiced his frustration in no uncertain terms, declaring: “I can’t work with him anymore. Enough is enough, and as the manager, I need to speak out now. His performances for this club are unacceptable, and the board needs to take action.”
According to sources close to the club, Maresca’s comments were aimed at a player who was signed for a hefty £45 million fee, a transfer that had initially raised expectations among fans and pundits alike. However, the individual’s form has failed to live up to the price tag, with today’s lacklustre display seemingly the tipping point for the Chelsea boss.
The fanbase appears to echo Maresca’s sentiments, with social media flooded by critical posts calling for the player to be dropped or moved on. Many supporters have voiced their frustration over repeated poor performances, pointing out that patience has been wearing thin for weeks.
With tensions now spilling into the open, all eyes will be on Chelsea’s boardroom in the coming days to see whether they back their manager’s stance or give the £45 million signing yet another chance to prove his worth. One thing is certain the situation has escalated, and it’s now impossible to ignore.
