Enzo Maresca could allow ‘talented’ Chelsea player to leave on loan after recent option

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Decisions Loom for Chelsea’s Summer Squad

Chelsea faces a summer filled with crucial decisions regarding their player roster. Co-sporting directors Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley will be instrumental in these choices, with newly appointed head coach Enzo Maresca likely to provide significant input as well.

Maresca will take his place in the Stamford Bridge dugout next season, having committed to a five-year contract with the club.

Potential Loan Moves

One player’s future seems to have already been decided. It looks like a decision regarding his inclusion in Maresca’s squad for the next season has been made. So, who might be leaving Chelsea on loan this summer?

Recently, Chelsea announced that Lesley Ugochukwu has been selected for France’s provisional squad for the Olympic Games.

If Ugochukwu participates in the Olympics, he could miss Chelsea’s pre-season preparations, as the football final is scheduled for August 9. Chelsea’s decision not to prevent Ugochukwu from joining his national team indicates that Maresca may have already decided to send the 20-year-old out on loan.

Pre-Season Plans and Squad Decisions

Maresca, aiming to establish his football philosophy, will want his full squad available for pre-season training. Allowing Ugochukwu to miss this critical period might suggest the young midfielder is not in the immediate plans for the upcoming season.

Should Ugochukwu Join France’s Olympic Squad?

If Ugochukwu is set for a loan, missing Chelsea’s pre-season won’t be a significant issue. In fact, a loan spell could be beneficial for the French youngster, even though he might miss pre-season at his temporary club too.

Mauricio Pochettino has praised Ugochukwu as a “talented player.” However, with high-profile signings like Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez in the squad, Ugochukwu might struggle for game time at Chelsea next season.

A loan move appears to be the best option for the former Rennes player, and it seems Maresca is open to this arrangement.