Maresca urges Chelsea to pursue experienced players for next season

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has emphasized the importance of experience in closing the gap with Premier League champions Liverpool, acknowledging that his young squad's lack of leadership has contributed to inconsistent performances this season. Maresca pointed to Liverpool's successful additions of experienced players like Virgil van Dijk and Alisson as a model, suggesting that Chelsea may need to pursue similar signings to compete for top honors. However, he also expressed confidence that the current squad will benefit from another year together, with young players such as Levi Colwill showing growth in leadership. The coach highlighted recent improvements in form and remains optimistic that increased maturity will help Chelsea challenge more effectively next season. Maresca did not rule out adding experienced players in the transfer market but hopes internal development will also play a significant role. He reiterated that bridging the gap requires both strategic signings and the natural progression of his developing squad.