One criticism of Chelsea this season is that their squad is too young and inexperienced.
It is a point that can definitely be argued. So far, Chelsea have picked up seven red cards, a sign of ill-discipline.
A Chelsea side with more experience would probably not have received as many sending-offs at this stage of the campaign.
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Even their very best players are still young, which includes the likes of Estevao Willian and Moises Caicedo. That has not stopped them from performing, though, with Estevao scoring an excellent goal against Crystal Palace last weekend.
Liam Rosenior claims Moises Caicedo has the understanding of a 35-year-old footballer
At 24, Caicedo is not exactly a hot prospect, but Liam Rosenior still views him as a young player.
At the same time, though, the Chelsea head coach thinks the midfielder has the maturity and understanding of a footballer who is in his mid-30s.
“I have a background at Brighton, so I know everything about his career,” Rosenior was quoted as saying by Chelsea’s official club website. “The scary thing is that yes, he is young, but he sometimes plays like he is 35 years old because his understanding of the game is top.”
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Caicedo’s understanding of the game is elite, which is why the Ecuadorian is able to make so many interceptions. He can read other midfielders and attackers extremely well.
According to the Premier League’s official website, Caicedo has made a total of 40 interceptions this season.
However, he can be overzealous with his tackling at times. It is one thing that the former Brighton player can work on.
As well as Caicedo, Rosenior also appears to be a fan of Estevao, hailing his performances under him so far as “outstanding”.
Moises Caicedo’s contract situation at Chelsea
With a contract until 2031, Caicedo will spend his best years at Chelsea. It is a long deal, but it looks like the Ecuador international wants an even better one.
According to BBC Sport journalist Nizaar Kinsella, Caicedo is keen to discuss a new contract with Chelsea.
Caicedo is one of Chelsea’s best players and one of the top midfielders in the Premier League. At some stage, he will probably get what he is looking for.
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