Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca press ahead of the Champions League clash against Barcelona offering key updates on Cole Palmer’s unexpected freak toe injury sustained while getting up during the night and whether his protective boot could fast-track a return against Arsenal.
Maresca also dives deep into the rising comparisons between young stars Estevão and Lamine Yamal praising both as symbols of football’s new generation.
The Chelsea boss reflects on his own historic goal against Barcelona as a player, touches on Pep Guardiola’s influence on his coaching philosophy, and shares his respect for Robert Lewandowski’s impact.
With Barcelona and Arsenal lined up in a crucial week, Maresca insists on a match-by-match approach while expressing confidence in Chelsea’s growth since their match with Bayern Munich.
