On social media, veteran Italian soccer journalist Niccolo Scilla has revealed news that has rocked the football world: Chelsea manager Maresca has fallen out of favor with French defender Di Sassi and English midfielder Chukwuemeka, and the two players may be saying goodbye to the Blues in the winter transfer window.
Scilla further stated that Disasi and Chukwuemeka are no longer in Maresca's strategic blueprint and are facing a crisis of team purging. This sudden change is certainly a heavy psychological blow for Chelsea fans and supporters of both players.
Recently, there has been a tidal wave of transfer rumors regarding Di Sassi. The 26-year-old French defender is seen as a potential target by West Ham United, while Juventus and a top German club have also expressed interest in his future, according to RMC. Although Di Sassi has three years left on his deal with Chelsea until June 30, 2029, his career appears to have drawn to a close at Stamford Bridge.
Meanwhile, the outlook for Chukwuemeka is equally bleak. Although his contract with Chelsea is far from expiring until June 30, 2028, he could be a casualty of the winter transfer market as he is not in Maresca's strategic considerations.
For Chelsea, the departure of these two players will have an impact on the squad and tactical layout. However, the world of soccer is always full of uncertainty, and Maresca and the Chelsea management must make decisions that are in the best interest of the team.
For Disasi and Chukwuemeka, it is imperative that they remain calm and think deeply about their future. Whether they ultimately choose to stay or seek a move, they should approach this major challenge in their careers with a positive mindset.
