"Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca maintains fairness towards sidelined players Raheem Sterling and Axel Disasi, dismissing accusations of mistreatment amid concerns"
In the bustling world of English football, Chelsea finds itself at the centre of an intriguing narrative. The London-based club has welcomed a new addition to its ranks, while two established players find themselves in a unique situation.
Enzo Maresca, Chelsea's interim manager, is optimistic about the adaptation of the club's latest signing, Alejandro Garnacho, who has transferred from Manchester United. Maresca believes Garnacho is ready to make his full debut against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Saturday. However, the mood at Chelsea is not entirely positive, as two players, Raheem Sterling and Axel Disasi, find themselves isolated from the first team.
It is understood that Chelsea attempted to facilitate moves for Sterling to Bayern Munich and Napoli during the summer, but the England international preferred to remain in England for family reasons. Despite this, Sterling and Disasi were made surplus to requirements and have been training and eating alone, at different times to the rest of the squad.
Maresca has not spoken to either Sterling or Disasi this season, but he defends his treatment of the two players, stating that Chelsea is giving them the opportunity to work in the right way. The Professional Footballers' Association has reached out to Chelsea over the conditions Sterling and Disasi are working under this season.
The situation of Sterling and Disasi is not unique to Chelsea, according to Maresca, but is common at clubs worldwide. However, he acknowledges the difficult situation they find themselves in, with both players expressing their desire to train and play.
Raheem Sterling's recent history at Chelsea has been tumultuous. Last season, he had an unsuccessful loan spell at Arsenal, before being sent to Aston Villa for the second half of the season. Sterling still has two years left on his £325,000-per-week deal at Chelsea, signed in 2022. Axel Disasi, on the other hand, is under contract at Chelsea until 2029.
Maresca also mentions that FIFA has regulations regarding players who are isolated from squads in circumstances that could constitute abusive conduct by a club. He assures that the club is operating within these regulations.
As Chelsea prepares for a new chapter, the focus remains on the field. With Garnacho set to make his debut, and the future of Sterling and Disasi uncertain, the upcoming season promises to be an exciting one for the Blues. However, the off-field drama surrounding Sterling and Disasi will undoubtedly continue to be a talking point among fans and pundits alike.
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