Enzo Maresca’s reply about Noni Madueke in his press convention this morning was fairly easy.
Requested concerning the rumours that the Blues might be opening to promoting Madueke, Maresca mentioned:
“Noni is our participant. You may learn a whole lot of hypothesis in the intervening time, however we think about Noni our participant for the approaching season.”
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Maresca says Madueke stays – however actuality could also be totally different
Noni Madueke shrugs off a defender. (Picture by Judit Cartiel/Getty Pictures)
It’s a fairly straight denial, however one which isn’t 100 definitive. And that’s how we really feel about the entire thought of promoting him. The membership aren’t trying to do – however they actually aren’t set in opposition to it if an excellent supply is available in. It’s a lot the identical with most gamers within the squad, but it surely feels very true with Madueke.
For all his helpful objectives and good play final season, let’s not overlook he was additionally dropped twice for angle points. Maresca at all times says he likes him, however has overtly criticised his lack of “starvation” earlier than. Most followers would agree – Madueke has his strengths and has steadily improved, however there’s a sense we might get somebody extra environment friendly to switch him.
Premier League curiosity might tempt Chelsea to promote
There’s curiosity too – and it appears they nonetheless have him on their checklist. at the moment additionally add the truth that Arsenal and Tottenham are contemplating bids ought to Chelsea open the door to a sale.
Proper now, Chelsea aren’t able to be promoting any of their wingers. plus the departure of Jadon Sancho means they’re available in the market to purchase no less than yet one more, and till that occurs we don’t count on Madueke to go wherever.