• Chelsea have added Liam Delap, Darío Essugo, Mamadou Sarr and Andrey Santos to a talented young squad. But the emphasis is on 'young' and it has been crying out for some quality and experience, particularly in key moments. We will judge at the end of the window.

• This first window was always going to be a bizarre one and no doubt some clubs have tried to charge a 'CWC tax'. However, the end line is Chelsea once again have looked amateurish on a number of levels through the publicity and voracity of media briefs and updates.Again, this was a short window and there is still plenty of time to rectify this and sign the quality. But it will be another massive failure for the directors to not achieve this by September, particularly as Enzo Maresca himself has commented on the lack of experience.

~ Rob on X

🚨🚫 João Félix, Djordje Petrovic, Raheem Sterling, Axel Disasi, Ben Chilwell, Kendry Páez, Renato Veiga remain out of Chelsea squad for FIFA Club World Cup.

Wesley Fofana remains at Cobham due to injury.

- Fabrizio Romano

This midfield in a few years 😍.

Guess which winger won Chelsea's goal of the season award?

Mike Penders 😳

19yr old Chelsea’s goalkeeper.

He's 6.7 ft or 2m tall (Courtois height)

Mike Penders - Passes, Penalty Saves

He definitely needs a loan to Strasbourg. A very promising Goalkeeper 👏

Romeo Lavia was asked which of the Chelsea Players would run in a marathon. "Cole Palmer, people don't know, but he can run for days, it's crazy", they know. But you'll see people on here say he's lazy and doesn't run, he's our best presser.

🚨 Players mostly for sale at Chelsea, potentially more:

▪︎ Raheem Sterling
▪︎ Axel Disasi
▪︎ Kepa Arrizabalaga
▪︎ Djordje Petrovic
▪︎ Armando Broja
▪︎ Joao Felix
▪︎ Renato Veiga
▪︎ Ben Chilwell
▪︎ Carney Chukwuemeka
▪︎ Lesley Ugochukwu

🚨A Reminder: Antony did not win a single duel battle against Chelsea left back Marc Cucurella in the final 🔵

Chelsea & Enzo Maresca 2025/26: Realistic Expectations

Part-1

1. Tactics and Style

Maresca will stick mostly to 4-2-1-3, but will need to speed up play. Last season, slow buildup frustrated fans and sometimes cost points.

Expect more direct attacking, especially to get the best out of wingers and the striker.

Defensive shape should remain solid, but Chelsea still struggle with transitions and set pieces.


2. Squad Strength and Transfers

The biggest need is a proven, clinical striker to finish chances. Jackson hasn’t been consistent enough.

Injuries have been a problem. If key players like Reece James get injured again, Chelsea’s depth will be tested hard.

Some new signings are expected, especially in attack and possibly a goalkeeper to fit Maresca’s style better.

To be continued!👇👇🔜

Chelsea & Enzo Maresca 2025/26: Realistic Expectations

Part-2

3. Competition Goals

Top 4 finish again is the minimum expectation; challenging for the title might be too early unless signings are excellent.

Champions League progress beyond the group stage will be a step forward.

Winning a domestic cup would be great but not guaranteed.


4. Challenges

Fans have little patience — another dip in form could cause unrest.

Maresca is still a young manager; tactical mistakes or stubbornness could cost points.

Chelsea’s squad depth isn’t the best compared to title challengers like Man City.

To be continued!👇👇🔜

Chelsea & Enzo Maresca 2025/26: Realistic Expectations

Part-3

5. Overall

Maresca proved he can manage a big club, get results, and win trophies.

Next season will test if he can turn Chelsea into a consistent top team or if they’ll drift mid-table.

Progress is expected, but don’t expect miracles — building a title contender takes time, smart transfers, and some luck.

Presented by : @swefer_n

Malouda. 🤌

A new addition to our cabinet. 👀🏆

🔗 Chelsea FC

Noni back in training with his personal trainer, Saul Isaksson-Hurst (myfootballcoach1 on IG).

🔗 Vince™