Jadon Sancho Faces Make-or-Break 11-Day Challenge at Chelsea as Enzo Maresca Outlines Fitness Expectations
Jadon Sancho’s start at Chelsea hinted at a promising resurgence, with three assists in his initial appearances against Bournemouth, West Ham, and Brighton.
However, a dip in form against Nottingham Forest and Liverpool, compounded by illness and a minor injury, has seen him sidelined for nearly a month.
His last appearance was against Liverpool, where he was tasked with marking Trent Alexander-Arnold—a role he handled effectively before being substituted at halftime.
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Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has issued an implicit challenge for Sancho during this international break: to work on his fitness and readiness to reestablish himself in the squad.
Embed from Getty ImagesChelsea faces Leicester City in 11 days, a target for Sancho to return in peak shape and show his value, especially with Pedro Neto and Noni Madueke performing well in his absence. Neto’s standout performance against Arsenal, where he scored a critical equalizer, has intensified the competition for places.
Maresca views Sancho as primarily a left-wing option, alongside Mykhailo Mudryk, while Neto and Madueke occupy the right.
Sancho’s situation underscores the pressure within Chelsea’s well-stocked squad, where any prolonged absence or drop in form can quickly shift the pecking order. The next couple of weeks could be crucial for Sancho to avoid further falling behind and prove he belongs in Maresca’s lineup.
Jadon Sancho Faces Make-or-Break 11-Day Challenge at Chelsea as Enzo Maresca Outlines Fitness Expectations
