Well, this is a bit of a wild one this morning. But apparently Enzo Maresca forced a Chelsea forward to play as a defensive midfielder.Maresca has had an incredible couple of months as Chelsea

The report suggests it could be a ploy from Maresca to test the 27-year-old's strength of character. Nkunku is said to prefer a central position on the pitch but given that he is a natural striker or attacking midfielder, he is more comfortable playing further forward.

Despite the odds being quite literally against us, club captain Reece James has insisted that it’s a final, a one off game, and his team can beat anyone on their day: “This game is a super high-level game. They are one of the hottest teams in the world at the moment, but this is a final. This is a one-off game,” James said to FIFA’s website.

Enzo Maresca, like Thomas Tuchel before him, will be hoping the latter rings true as his side close in on their date with destiny. Chelsea have clawed their way to within 90 minutes of becoming, by definition,

Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández heads into Sunday’s Club World Cup final wary of the weather, along with Paris Saint-Germain.

Chelsea striker Christopher Nkunku looks to be on his way out of Stamford Bridge as his playing time has decreased under the tutelage of head coach Enzo

Aside from Caicedo’s injury, it was a perfect afternoon for the Blues. João Pedro racked up a brace to mark a triumphant full debut against his former club and book Chelsea’s spot in a showpiece fixture against one of Real Madrid or Paris Saint-Germain.

Chelsea defender Malo Gusto hailed the impact boss Enzo Maresca has had since taking over at the club.The Blues have reached the final of the Club World Cup where they will take on reigning Champions