Chelsea face uphill task as Maresca questions title hopes after Palmer injury update
Clive West reports from Stamford Bridge as Enzo Maresca voices deep concerns about stopping Liverpool from defending their crown.
Enzo Maresca says stopping Liverpool from defending the title could be impossible.
Liverpool hold a five point cushion at the summit after a flawless start to the campaign.
Chelsea have stumbled recently with a 2-2 draw at Brentford.
They then suffered a 2-1 defeat to Manchester United.
Chelsea sit seven points off the pace after those results.
Liverpool splashed more than 400 million pounds on new signings this summer.
Two marquee additions were Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak.
Chelsea will hold a meeting to discuss Cole Palmer’s injury.
The outcome of that meeting could shape the direction of their season as the race intensifies.
TLDR
- Maresca warns Liverpool’s title defence may be unstoppable given their form and spending.
- Chelsea will convene to discuss Cole Palmer’s injury and next steps.
- Liverpool’s big-summer signings underline Chelsea’s immediate challenge.
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