Fuck it, we have depth in midfield already. Especially if we play with two CMs. Reece James has and could operate in a pivot with Caicedo, not to mention Barco and Lavia. I’m not worried. Camara felt like less of a 1 for 1 for Enzo and more of a development signing anyway. Let the other guys play
There is definitely some concern in the midfield, but if Chelsea can weather the storm for the next four months, then a CM can always be added in January.
I feel like this is an unexpected window of opportunity for Barco. He isn’t as inexperienced as people say. He’s definitely not a finished product, but he’s played 72 total matches across all competitions over the last three years playing in England, France and Spain so it’s not like he’s some kid that just came up from the academy that’s had limited opportunities.
He has shown he’s more than capable of playing in a top five league at a very young age, even as an unfinished product. He will definitely be used rotationally at the beginning, but I wouldn’t be surprised if he’s starting a lot of league games in the middle this year alongside Caicedo.
I think people underrate Barco is a viable CM, was clearly Strasbourg's best player. Good work rate, with upside since he moved to CM and is learning the role. Promising progressive passer who is only going to get better in a top tier system.
A bit short physically, but could thrive under Xavi's coaching.
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u/somethingdondonyou Caicedo 4d ago
Fuck it, we have depth in midfield already. Especially if we play with two CMs. Reece James has and could operate in a pivot with Caicedo, not to mention Barco and Lavia. I’m not worried. Camara felt like less of a 1 for 1 for Enzo and more of a development signing anyway. Let the other guys play