Chelsea Shuffles the Pack: Petrovic to Start, Madueke Injured

Chelsea's pre-season preparations have taken a hit with Noni Madueke ruled out due to a minor hamstring strain. In his absence, manager Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Petrovic will start the next friendly — signaling more squad rotation ahead of the new campaign.

Meanwhile, all eyes are on 17-year-old wonderkid Kendry Páez, who continues to impress during training. His sharp movement and creative playmaking have already drawn comparisons to a young Oscar.

Chelsea’s rebuild continues, and fans are hopeful the 2025/26 season will mark a return to consistency and top-four contention.

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