Finally Mauricio Pochettino shares whether Christopher Nkunku will make his Chelsea debut tomorrow
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has provided insight into the potential debut of Christopher Nkunku in the upcoming EFL Cup quarter-finals. Pochettino, eager to secure his first trophy in England, revealed during the pre-match press conference that Nkunku exhibited impressive form in training and may make his debut tomorrow night against Newcastle United.
The Blues, seeking redemption after a recent Premier League embarrassment against Newcastle, are poised for a crucial cup clash. Injuries have plagued Chelsea throughout the season, tracing back to pre-season, and Nkunku, in particular, faced setbacks after a promising tour of the United States.
The 26-year-old, absent from competitive appearances thus far, made it to the bench in the recent fixture against Sheffield United. Despite Chelsea securing victory without relying on his presence, anticipation lingers among Stamford Bridge attendees to witness Nkunku’s potential impact.
Pochettino shared his assessment of Nkunku’s readiness, stating, “Lavia, still no. Christoph trained well today. Maybe we have the possibility to involve him for some minutes. How I see today, I think he could play 20 minutes. I need to be 100%. To see him in the warm-up and part of the team, that was amazing. But 1% in the back of my mind, I didn’t know if this was the right moment [against Sheffield United].”
With the EFL Cup representing a prime opportunity for Chelsea to secure silverware this season, Pochettino faces a delicate decision regarding the inclusion of Nkunku. Balancing the desire for immediate success with cautious player integration, the manager contemplates whether tomorrow’s clash is the ideal moment for Nkunku to make his mark in the Chelsea lineup.
