Former Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi recently voiced his concerns about the performances of five Blues players during the team’s season so far.
Mikel Obi specifically highlighted Marc Cucurella, Armando Broja, Enzo Fernandez, Moises Caicedo, and Nicolas Jackson, expressing reservations about their contributions following Chelsea’s recent 2-0 defeat to Everton in the Premier League.
The former Nigerian international wasn’t convinced by what he witnessed from Chelsea against Everton. Mikel Obi emphasized that Cucurella and Broja are yet to meet the standards expected at his former club.
Regarding Jackson, Mikel Obi expressed doubts, urging for more from Fernandez and Caicedo, emphasizing that both players possess potential but need time to develop.
Mikel Obi also underscored the need for a striker at Chelsea, suggesting Victor Osimhen as a potential addition who could bolster the team’s goal-scoring capabilities.
His remarks in a recent Podcast episode shed light on his observations and concerns about the performances of these players, emphasizing the need for improvement and potential reinforcements for Chelsea’s squad.