Romeo Lavia Rising Influence at Chelsea: How He’s Redefining Midfield Balance and Leaving Enzo Fernandez on the Bench
Former Chelsea coach Jody Morris has praised the recent impact of Romeo Lavia in Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea squad, highlighting his growing importance in the team’s midfield.
The 20-year-old Lavia has not only secured a spot in the starting XI but has also established a promising partnership with Moises Caicedo, relegating the highly valued £107 million Enzo Fernandez to a bench role in recent weeks.
Lavia’s performances have impressed Maresca, who commented on the duo’s contribution to Chelsea’s midfield balance: “First of all, it’s a matter of balance.
In this moment, Romeo and Moi give us physicality and strength in the middle.” He also mentioned that this combination has allowed him to explore other options, like positioning Malo Gusto in a more central, “pocket” role.
Morris, who knows the club well, has pointed out that Lavia offers something unique and, in his words, “a lot better” than what Fernandez currently brings.
The settled partnerships that Maresca has focused on, particularly in the midfield and center-back positions, have been instrumental in Chelsea’s recent resurgence, with Lavia’s steady presence proving invaluable to the team’s dynamics and physical presence in central areas.
Romeo Lavia Rising Influence at Chelsea: How He’s Redefining Midfield Balance and Leaving Enzo Fernandez on the Bench
