Despite climbing to second place after a win over Brentford, Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca insists that while fans may dream of the title, the club's fundamental issues—such as conceding late goals—mean they are not ready to challenge for it.
Following a 2-1 victory over Brentford, Chelsea now sit in second place, just two points adrift of league leaders Liverpool. However, manager Enzo Maresca remains sceptical about the club's readiness to compete for the title. Speaking after the match, Maresca acknowledged that fans are free to dream, but he was blunt about his view that Chelsea still concede too many late goals and lack the control necessary to win consistently at the highest level. He argued that teams truly capable of challenging for the title rarely allow a goal in the dying moments of a match, a standard Chelsea have yet to meet.
Maresca’s comments underscore the disconnect between the optimistic atmosphere in the stands and the harsh reality of Chelsea's current form. While he is pleased that supporters continue to rally behind the team, he cautioned that until the club addresses its defensive frailties and builds a more resilient squad, aspirations of title-winning remain just that—aspirations.
