“He’s the perfect replacement” – John Obi Mikel says who should be captaining Chelsea when Reece James is not available

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John Obi Mikel Suggests a Different Stand-In Chelsea Captain

John Obi Mikel has expressed his preference for a different player to wear the Chelsea captain’s armband instead of Enzo Fernandez when Reece James is unavailable.

Reece James’ Continued Absence

Chelsea have been without club captain Reece James for the start of this season. Due to ongoing injury issues, the club is being cautious with his return, leaving him yet to make an appearance in the current campaign.

In his absence, Enzo Fernandez has been entrusted with the captaincy on the pitch, stepping up to lead the side. However, there’s been some debate about whether he’s the right person for the role.

Mikel’s View on Chelsea’s Stand-In Captain

Speaking on The Obi One Podcast, John Obi Mikel shared his opinion, stating that he would prefer to see either Levi Colwill or Moises Caicedo take on the captain’s duties when James is unavailable.

He said, “Levi Colwill, for me, I think in the absence of Reece James, he should be the captain of that football club right now. Either him or Moises Caicedo.”

Enzo Fernandez Holds the Armband… for Now

For the time being, Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca seems to be backing Fernandez as the stand-in leader on the field. But Mikel’s comments have raised questions about whether this decision might change as the season progresses.

Levi Colwill as a Potential Captain

There’s a strong case for Levi Colwill to be considered for a leadership role at Chelsea. As an academy graduate, he has deep roots in the club, and his performances this season have been nothing short of impressive. Now playing consistently in his favored center-back position, Colwill has been a standout figure in Chelsea’s young squad.

The 21-year-old English defender brings a level of aggression and authority that the team desperately needs. His leadership qualities have been on display, as he has been seen rallying the team in pre-match huddles.

Maresca’s Admiration for Colwill

According to GiveMeSport, Maresca has been particularly impressed with Colwill’s work behind the scenes, further suggesting that he could be a strong candidate for the captaincy. If James’ injury woes persist, perhaps Colwill could even be considered for the role on a more permanent basis.

As Chelsea look to rebuild with a youthful squad, having someone like Colwill wear the armband could provide the leadership and stability the team needs in the coming games.