Chelsea and Inter Milan End in Draw

As Chelsea gears up for their Premier League opener against champions Manchester City next Sunday, the team is in search of a balanced lineup. In their final pre-season match, coach Enzo Maresca began to solidify his preferred starting eleven, although player minutes were still distributed more widely than they will be during the regular season. A key concern remains the performance of Mykhailo Mudryk, who has struggled to find his place within the squad. Ben Chilwell's situation is also precarious, as his limited appearances in pre-season raise questions about his role as vice-captain. With injuries hampering his contributions over the past three years, Chilwell's status at Chelsea appears to be diminishing. The club's reliance on Reece James and new signing Enzo Fernandez as on-field leaders suggests that Chilwell may not be in the long-term plans, potentially leading to a departure before the summer transfer window closes. New signings are eager to make an impact, with Marc Guiu taking charge of the attack and demonstrating a strong work ethic during his time on the pitch. Renato Veiga also caught attention with a notable tackle that energized the crowd. Both players have made positive first impressions, but their long-term contributions to the team remain to be seen. As Chelsea navigates these changes, questions linger about the integration of new talent like Samu Omorodion and how they will fit into Maresca's evolving strategy.