In a pre-season friendly, Nkunku scored first, with Hugo Shuku coming off the bench to equalize, as Chelsea drew 2-2 with League Two newcomers Wrexham. After the match, Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca spoke to the media.
About being dispossessed while in possession:
“Our first goal conceded wasn’t actually a result of building from the back. We will definitely concede some goals during the season due to our attempts to build play from the back, and we hope it won’t be too many, but it’s one of the risks we have to take.”
About whether Chelsea are looking for a goalkeeper:
“Robert performed very well tonight. The goalkeeper is very important for the style of play we want. I am very satisfied with Robert. We’ll see what happens. We have four goalkeepers. Petrovic is injured. Anything can happen when the transfer window opens.”
About the returns of Lavia and Fofana:
“Both are very important. Getting them playing time is crucial. I’m happy for them, especially Fofana who hasn’t played in a year. Forty-five minutes will help both of them. Hopefully, we can keep them all fit.”
About the positive aspects:
“As I said, I am very satisfied with the overall performance. We started training two weeks ago. It’s important that everyone can see the characteristics of the team. That was very clear tonight.”
About the draw:
“The result is always important, but the most important thing is not to be too critical of the performance after only two weeks. Overall, considering players like Fofana, who played forty-five minutes after a year out, we need to judge different things at this stage.”
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