Chelsea’s Goalkeeper Dilemma: Where Is Djordje Petrovic?
Petrovic Shines Away from Stamford Bridge
Chelsea’s standout goalkeeper from last season has been conspicuously absent from the team at Stamford Bridge this campaign. Instead, Djordje Petrovic has been plying his trade with fellow BlueCo club Strasbourg, where he has delivered a stellar performance between the posts.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Before the season kicked off, doubts were raised about whether Petrovic’s style of play aligned with Enzo Maresca’s tactical approach.
Improved Passing: A Path Back to Chelsea?
Maresca’s system emphasizes building attacks from the back, starting with the goalkeeper. Last season, Petrovic often opted for safer options, avoiding risks when playing the ball at his feet. However, under Liam Rosenior’s guidance in Ligue 1, Petrovic has been given more opportunities to play out from the back. This tactical shift has allowed him to flourish, contributing to Strasbourg’s promising season.
Petrovic has played a key role in the team’s success and is likely to be on Chelsea’s radar when planning for next season. A notable improvement in his passing ability could pave the way for his return to Stamford Bridge.
Petrovic’s Passing Stats Turn Heads
One of the strongest indicators of Petrovic’s potential comeback to Chelsea is his impressive passing accuracy. According to Chelsea Stats, he currently boasts the highest rate of accurate passes per game among goalkeepers in Ligue 1—a significant leap from his previous performance.
Chelsea’s Goalkeeping Woes
While Petrovic has been thriving in France, Chelsea has been grappling with a lack of consistency in goal. Robert Sanchez and Filip Jorgensen have been competing for the starting spot, with Sanchez being the manager’s preferred choice for most of the season.
However, this decision hasn’t been met with universal approval. Chelsea fans have grown frustrated with Sanchez’s performances and have repeatedly called for reinforcements in the goalkeeper position during the transfer window.
A Ready-Made Solution?
Chelsea may not need to look far for a solution to their goalkeeping struggles. With Petrovic’s marked improvement and solid performances in Ligue 1, he could emerge as a strong candidate to take the reins at Stamford Bridge next season.
Fans might not have to wait long to see Petrovic make his mark in Chelsea colors once again.
