Over two consecutive transfer windows, Chelsea has spent £350 million to sign as many as 12 forward players. An analysis by the Mail explains why the Blues are so keen on signing forward players.
This summer, Chelsea spent £54 million to sign Neto from Wolves, marking the twelfth winger signed by Chelsea in recent seasons. Why is the team so obsessed with wingers? To the outside world, it may seem like Chelsea is spending without restraint, almost as if they can’t stop. However, within the club, there is a reason for each player they sign.
To this end, Chelsea’s internal staff provided their explanation. Firstly, the club has established a long-term plan that requires the team to have at least two players in reserve for each position to meet the potential demands of up to 78 games in a single season. Signing Neto was to provide rotation with Madueke on the right wing. Sancho’s addition was to create competition with Mudryk on the left wing. Other positions such as the No.10 role have Palmer and Felix, the No.9 role has Nkunku and Jackson, Gyu and Washington. This is why Maresca was able to make 11 rotations in the 5-0 demolition of League Two leaders Barrow in the League Cup.
Secondly, Maresca’s tactics heavily rely on the performance of wingers. He likes his team to attack from both flanks, creating 1-on-1 opportunities for the team.
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