Chelsea currently sit third in the Premier League, just one point behind second-placed Manchester City. With City struggling for form, the Blues have a chance to overtake them. However, they remain nine points behind league leaders Liverpool and must maintain their winning streak to stay in the title race.
Following Chelsea’s 2-1 victory over Leicester City, former Watford striker Troy Deeney expressed disappointment in Chelsea’s defensive frailties. Deeney believes that a lack of a reliable goalkeeper and a solid defense is the primary reason Chelsea are not genuine title contenders this season.
Speaking on talkSPORT, Deeney said, “Right now, they should be looking at the title race. But I still think that goalkeeper [Robert Sanchez] and the defenders keep letting in poor goals.”
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He added, “That should have been an easy 2-0 win, if not 3-0. But they were just too open at the back today, and that’s why I think they need to focus on securing a top-four finish. Unless they make a couple of defensive signings in January, that backline will cost them.”
Clean sheets have been a challenge for Chelsea this season, with defensive lapses undermining their efforts. Deeney’s comments highlight the importance of bolstering the backline if the Blues hope to mount a serious challenge for the Premier League title.