Former Arsenal goalkeeper Jens Lehmann believes Enzo Maresca will regret his strict instructions to Chelsea’s Filip Jorgensen, arguing that a manager’s priority should be winning rather than enforcing a rigid playing style.
Jens Lehmann has criticised Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca for his approach to Filip Jorgensen, questioning the decision to threaten substitution if the goalkeeper played long balls. Jorgensen, who recently replaced Robert Sanchez as Chelsea’s first-choice goalkeeper, has faced scrutiny for his performances, particularly his insistence on playing short passes from the back.
Lehmann, speaking on talkSPORT, expressed surprise at Maresca’s comments, suggesting they demonstrate a lack of understanding of goalkeeping. While acknowledging the benefits of playing out from the back in certain situations, Lehmann argued that winning matches should take precedence over adhering to a particular style. He also highlighted Liverpool’s approach under both Jurgen Klopp and Arne Slot as a rare example of managers who truly understand the goalkeeper’s role.
