“Is Time to start him” – Enzo Maresca has to start £52m Chelsea player against Liverpool after what he did for his country
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Chelsea’s Tough Test at Anfield After the Break
Chelsea face a significant challenge after the international break as they travel to Anfield to take on Liverpool. It promises to be an exciting match, especially with Chelsea’s attack firing on all cylinders. Despite managing just one goal in their recent draw against Nottingham Forest, the Blues have been the second-highest scorers in the Premier League this season.
Nicolas Jackson’s Form for Chelsea
A big part of Chelsea’s success in front of goal has been down to Nicolas Jackson. The striker has scored four goals in his seven Premier League appearances so far. However, his recent outing for Senegal against Malawi didn’t impress the local media, and his form has dipped slightly since his brace against West Ham United last month.
Is it Time for Christopher Nkunku to Start?
Given Jackson’s recent struggles, there’s growing sentiment that Enzo Maresca should give Christopher Nkunku a chance to start up front. Nkunku recently found the net for France in their 4-1 victory over Israel, scoring a fantastic goal by weaving through the defense before calmly finishing.
This goal, along with his impressive performances in cup games, makes a compelling case for starting Nkunku against Liverpool. Many Chelsea fans were already calling for him to start during the 1-1 draw with Forest, but Maresca decided to stick with Jackson.
Maresca’s Likely Selection
Despite Nkunku’s strong form, it’s likely that Maresca will stick with Jackson for the trip to Anfield. The manager has shown loyalty to his attacking lineup this season, consistently starting Jackson alongside players like Cole Palmer, Noni Madueke, and Jadon Sancho.
While Nkunku’s opportunity to lead the line in the Premier League may be on the horizon, Maresca seems content with the current setup, which has been delivering results. For now, it looks like Nkunku, Chelsea’s £52 million summer signing, will need to bide his time and wait for his chance to shine as the starting striker under Maresca.
