ChelseaMidfield trio Moises Caicedo, Romeo Lafia and Enzo Fernandez Cost a A combined £248.2m according to Transfermarktand they're all starting to show why the Blues are so popular with them.
Enzo Maresca He has found ways to utilize his three midfield stars, making tactical adjustments based on the opposition to give Chelsea the best possible chance of winning every game.
Fernandes offers a high level of passing quality, Caicedo is a multi-tasking midfielder who eliminates danger, and Lavia adds physicality and resistance to pressure in midfield when needed.
But Chelsea are said to be interested in another midfielder who can help cover for Lafia, who has found himself suffering from recurring injuries in the past few seasons.
Chelsea are eyeing the young midfielder
according to Reports from The SunChelsea have shown interest in Sporting midfielder Dario Isogo, who is currently on loan with Las Palmas in La Liga.
Reports also suggest that Leeds United are pursuing a deal for the midfielder, meaning Chelsea will have to act quickly if they want to secure Isugu's choice for the Blues over guaranteed minutes at Leeds, who are likely to be promoted to the Premier League next season. .
The 19 year old has He participated in 11 matches with the Spanish team this seasonHe scored once, contributed to keeping two clean sheets, and total playing minutes reached 911 minutes.
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How does Isogu compare to Chelsea's midfielders?
Caicedo has had an excellent start to the season, establishing himself as a key figure for Maresca in central midfield and even at right-back as an option. The Ecuadorian international has He participated in 18 matches in all competitionsHe scored once and provided three assists, for a total of 1,528 minutes on the field.
The minutes were then shared between Fernandez and Lafia in midfield alongside Caicedo, with the Argentine He participated in 20 matches in all competitionsHe scored three goals and provided eight assists. Meanwhile, Lafia has Appeared ten times But he provided only one help.
So, how does Essugo compare to this?
Essugo vs Caicedo, Lavia & Fernandez |
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Statistics (per 90 minutes) |
I exude |
Caicedo |
Lafia |
Fernandez |
Goals + assists |
0.10 |
0.19 |
0.19 |
0.78 |
Holds progressivism |
0.87 |
0.96 |
0.38 |
1.15 |
Progressive passes |
4.56 |
5.10 |
3.21 |
5.65 |
Key passes |
0.58 |
1.08 |
1.13 |
2.06 |
It passes to the last third |
4.08 |
6.37 |
5.66 |
5.27 |
He treats |
2.82 |
3.12 |
2.83 |
2.90 |
Blocks |
0.97 |
1.15 |
1.13 |
1.37 |
Objections |
2.14 |
1.72 |
2.08 |
0.57 |
Refunds |
5.44 |
5.92 |
4.53 |
4.89 |
Statistics taken from FBref |
You can immediately see how similar the Esssugo is to the Caicedo in profile when you analyze their metrics side by side. They both recover over five balls per 90, make over 2.8 tackles per 90, and 1.7+ interceptions per 90. But alongside their defensive acumen, they also step up on the ball, especially with their passing into the final third.
Fernandes is a different type of personality, providing more key passes per 90 and being more of a playmaker for the team, while Lavia brings a little bit of everything to the team, and is also a more natural number six or midfield type player, rather than a midfielder. . Square to square.
Essugo is rated as one of the “The most exciting direct messages in Europe“With scout Jacek Kulig, and by adding him alongside the likes of Caicedo, Lavia and Fernandes, Chelsea will have the best midfield depth in the league. If they don't already have it.