Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has expressed his admiration for Wesley Fofana’s impressive return to form following a year-long injury. Maresca highlighted the challenges players face when returning from extended absences and praised Fofana’s exceptional performance since his comeback.
Manager’s Praise
Maresca stated, “Wes is a player I really love, I am in love with Wes because after one year injured he’s doing fantastic.” He further emphasised the difficulty of returning to top form after such a significant period out, adding, “Any player in the world when you come back from one year out it is not easy… and he’s doing top.”
Recent Context
This commendation follows a series of positive remarks from Maresca about his squad. Recently, he has also praised Nicolas Jackson’s all-round performance and commended the efforts of young defender Josh Acheampong and forward Jadon Sancho.
Wesley Fofana’s Profile
Wesley Fofana, a central defender, has been with Chelsea since his transfer from Leicester City. Known for his strong defensive skills and composure on the ball, Fofana’s return is seen as a significant boost for Chelsea’s defensive line-up.