Maresca Criticizes Guiu’s Training Performance
Enzo Maresca, Chelsea’s head coach, has expressed concerns over Marc Guiu’s recent training performance. The 19-year-old striker faced difficulties this season, including having his loan to Sunderland terminated after just three appearances.
Maresca’s Warning to Guiu
Earlier this month, Maresca sat down with Guiu to discuss his training habits. The manager noted that Guiu’s performance was falling short of expectations. He emphasized that the young player needed to improve to earn more playing time.
“We had a chat with Marc two weeks ago. I told him the way he was training, I didn’t like and he needs to change,” Maresca remarked.
Recent Improvements
Since the discussion, Guiu’s attitude and effort in training have reportedly improved. Maresca stated, “Since we chat, he is top, fantastic, working very good, absolutely yes, he is ready to start.”
- Guiu scored his first goal of the season in Chelsea’s recent 5-1 Champions League victory over Ajax.
- He had not played for a month prior to this match, only featuring for a brief period against Liverpool before the international break.
Future Prospects for Guiu
There is speculation about Guiu’s potential return to Sunderland in January. However, Sunderland’s manager, Regis Le Bris, reassured reporters that his team is currently well-stocked with strikers.
Maresca provided insight into the uncertainty surrounding Guiu’s future, stating, “We are in October. I don’t know, also because in football, things can change very quickly for everyone.”
Injury Updates
Meanwhile, Liam Delap has been sidelined since August due to a hamstring injury. Delap returned to full training recently, raising hopes that he may be available for the upcoming EFL Cup tie against Wolves.
Chelsea supporters will be keen to see how Guiu continues to develop as he strives to make a significant impact this season.
