10 Apr 2025 16:58:48
Hi Ed

If you have the time, I would like to know how you think Chelsea should try to strengthen themselves during the summer.

I think most would agree that a new goalkeeper is needed. It's my understanding that some think Petrovic might do the trick now. I have not seen him this season, but I do not think he was worse than Sanchez last year. Have you gotten a chance to see him? =

The other big positions are probably center back and striker. Maybe also left winger.

What do you think, and do you have any specific players in mind? :D.

{Ed001's Note - I have only seen them once, and it wasn't a game he was tested, but he is apparently impressing. I do think he is an upgrade on Sanchez and it makes sense to at least try some of the ones you have before bringing in more.

For me you do defo need the other 3 positions you have mentioned - but difficult to pick out potential signings without knowing who will be in charge and how they will play.

Though, if it was me I would say go for Milenkovic from Forest - you have youth, they need an experienced, quality defender alongside him and he is that.

Striker is difficult, no point getting Delap as he is going to be a bit too similar to Jackson, for example. Maybe Gyokeres would be a good choice as he can also play in behind Jackson, as well as playing up top.

Left wing is a bit sparse for options, I mean Diaz has been agitating for a move from Liverpool, but he wants to go to Spain. Gittens could be a decent option but is another young punt of a signing. Maybe see if you have built up enough points on your loyalty card at Brighton to get Mitoma?}

1.) 10 Apr 2025
10 Apr 2025 18:07:30
Thanks a lot for your reply and nice thoughts!

I take it that you’re not too certain Maresca will stay?

{Ed001's Note - no, it is impossible to be sure.}

2.) 10 Apr 2025
10 Apr 2025 18:47:26
I'm keen for petrovic to come back unless we can sign a real world class keeper. Why we loaned him out and kept sanchez after petrovic replaced sanchez last season, was indicative of all the mistakes we've been making.