Enzo Maresca must finally axe Chelsea flop who earns over 2x more than Isak
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Since taking over Chelsea in 2022, Todd Boehly has certainly made waves by spending over £1 billion on new signings in a bid to restore the club to Premier League glory. Some signings, like Moises Caicedo’s £115 million move last summer, have been noteworthy, breaking the British transfer record.
Mixed Success in Signings
However, not all signings have panned out as hoped. Wesley Fofana, for instance, has made only 20 appearances for Chelsea since his £70 million transfer during the 2022/23 season. Such costly moves have strained the club’s finances, and new manager Enzo Maresca may need to make tough decisions to raise funds for further additions.
Lukaku’s Underwhelming Performance
One player who could be on the chopping block is Romelu Lukaku. Despite his £97.5 million transfer and high expectations during his second stint at the club, Lukaku has failed to impress. After spending recent seasons on loan at Inter Milan and Roma, his performances for Belgium have also been disappointing.
Poor Showing at the Euros
In Belgium’s recent round of 16 defeat to France, Lukaku struggled, managing only 20 touches and completing just seven of 13 passes in his 90-minute display. He won only two of ten duels and lost possession 12 times, earning a dismal 4/10 match rating from the Daily Mail.
Financial Strain
Lukaku’s hefty wages further strain the club’s finances. Despite not featuring for Chelsea in over two years, he earns a reported £325,000 per week, making him the joint-highest earner alongside Raheem Sterling.
Comparisons and Potential Moves
Comparatively, Newcastle’s Alexander Isak, who has been linked to Chelsea, earns £120,000 per week despite scoring 21 Premier League goals last season. Given Lukaku’s poor form and high wages, Maresca may need to part ways with the 31-year-old to fund a move for a more effective striker like Isak.
Conclusion
In summary, Todd Boehly’s ambitious spending spree has had mixed results. To support Maresca’s vision for Chelsea, tough decisions, like offloading Lukaku, might be necessary to free up funds and make room for new talent that can drive the club forward.
