Enzo Maresca has revealed why Chelsea have recalled Aaron Anselmino from his loan spell at Boca Juniors as a decision over his future is set to be made.

Enzo Maresca hailed the performance of Chelsea debutant Josh Acheampong after the teenager impressed during Saturday’s 1-1 Premier League draw against Crystal Palace. The 18-year-old was pressed into action following a spate of defensive injuries but looked the part alongside Levi Colwill.

But it is Chelsea’s lack of control during matches that is providing a test for him now. The 2-0 defeat at Ipswich Town means Chelsea have lost successive games for the first time under Maresca. They have failed to score in successive away games too and ended 2024 picking up just one point from their final three league matches.