In a double-edged piece that ties into a mini-series on the importance of experience and balance in squad building, Frank Lampard’s reminder that “you do need some experienced voices in the dressing room” is put centre stage. The article, drawing on insights from the London is Blue Podcast and comments from Chelsea News colleague Will Faulks, highlights widespread frustration among us fans over the current transfer window’s focus on outs over ins. It is argued that while our sporting directors have been busy buying players—often to loan them out immediately—the key issues of depth in midfield, reliable striker backup, and a world-class goalkeeper remain unsolved. Nick Verlaney of the London is Blue Podcast criticised our sporting structure for what he described as “bad business” and mismanagement, asserting that Chelsea’s squad for the second half of the season is no better than it was in January. Lampard’s perspective, drawn from his own experience as both a top player and a coach, contrasts sharply with that of our non-playing sporting directors, suggesting that their lack of personal football experience might be a contributing factor to our ongoing recruitment woes. The article passionately argues that while our club’s ambitions are high, the absence of seasoned leadership in the dressing room could hamper our long-term success—an issue that we, as loyal fans, are determined to see addressed.