As Chelsea head into their upcoming friendly against Wrexham, manager Maresca attended a press conference and spoke on a number of hot topics. Firstly, in response to the recent highly publicized Enzo Fernandes incident, Maresca said that both the player and the club have issued a sincere apology and the situation has been fully clarified. He is confident that Enzo will not encounter additional difficulties upon his return, as both parties have reached a consensus on the matter.
Maresca then emphasized the importance of staying close to the fans. He pointed out that the fans are an integral part of the team and their support is what keeps the team going. Maresca also elaborated on the team's playing philosophy, which is to pursue control of the game, both with and without the ball, and to maintain a positive attitude in order to dominate the game.
Speaking about the team's captain, Maresca made it clear that Reece James will continue to serve in that important role. He praised James' leadership and sense of responsibility and expects him to continue to be one of the team's leaders in the upcoming season.
In addition, Maresca answered questions about what the team is doing to prevent injuries from last season. He said that the team is taking a number of steps to ensure the health of its players and hopes to minimize injuries in future games.
Explaining the failure of Trevor Chalobah to make the roster, Maresca pointed out that the team already has other excellent options at center back, including players such as Di Sassi, Adarabioyo and Wesley Fofana. He also said that while Chalobah's absence was unfortunate, the team's overall strength remains strong.
Finally, Maresca also talked about the team's tactical adjustments and goals for the season. He said that the team is trying out different tactical layouts to find the most suitable playing style for the players and the style of play. At the same time, he made clear the team's goal of winning trophies or participating in important matches to bring more honor and joy to the fans.
