French reporter Julien Laurens has said that Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca wants experienced players yet the club still want U25s.The news comes after Chelsea went down 2-0 against Newcastle United away

Chelsea were a joy to watch before Maresca’s philosophy was properly embedded as Cole Palmer, Nicolas Jackson and others flourished in something approaching a ‘we’ll score more than you’ attitude to the game. But they’ve been a hard watch since Christmas.

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca speaking to BBC Match of the Day after the 2-0 defeat to Newcastle: "In this stadium it's already difficult, but to come here and for one hour to play with 10 players is not easy. Second half the team showed effort, spirit, energy, unbelievable. We must keep this spirit and energy for Friday.