Chelsea manager Maresca has decided to name Enzo Fernandez as captain for the Premier League opener against Manchester City, a decision that has sparked attention, especially in light of the Argentinian star’s recent controversy.
With first captain Reece James suspended, Maresca chose Enzo to lead the side in the season’s first game.
Enzo and his teammates were filmed singing a song that was alleged to be racially charged after winning the Copa America final with Argentina this summer. FIFA is currently investigating the incident.
But Maresca defended his decision: “I believe Enzo can be captain of this team. We have Reece, plus other players who can be captains. You can see that his teammates see him as a benchmark, a leader. He has already captained the team in pre-season, and when Reece was substituted, he would put on the captain’s armband. We all make mistakes in the past, the key is to acknowledge them and learn from them.”
“I don’t know about your situation, but I have personally made mistakes in the past, I have recognized them and learned from them. I think that as an individual, if you make a mistake and learn from it, you should not be punished permanently for it. Enzo made a mistake, he has acknowledged it, and there’s nothing more I can add.”
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