Chelsea Struggles Amid Financial Crisis

Chelsea's imminent return of Joao Félix from Atlético Madrid has raised skepticism among fans and pundits, with concerns about his ability to solve the club's forward problems given his lackluster performances during previous loan spells. In contrast, Newcastle United is grappling with a pressing need for defensive reinforcements, targeting Crystal Palace's Marc Guehi, but facing a stalemate over his £65 million valuation. Chelsea's unusual strategy of signing players to lengthy contracts has resulted in a combined total of 191 years remaining across their squad, far exceeding other Premier League clubs. Meanwhile, Chelsea's recent performance against Manchester City highlighted issues, particularly with goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, whose poor distribution contributed to the defeat. Additionally, Enzo Maresca's decision to drop Raheem Sterling for tactical reasons has raised eyebrows, as Sterling's high salary and past contributions complicate his future with the club. The transfer window is closing soon, leaving both clubs with pressing decisions to make.