Chelsea

“Chelsea's next manager shortlist is shorter than reported. Maresca stays only if they finish top six. If not — De Zerbi is the actual first choice, not Pochettino redux. The owners want someone who'll take the kids and not complain about it.”

“Palmer's shooting form has completely changed since the international break. Watch his plant foot — it's three inches further back than it was in September. Maresca has rebuilt his mechanics from scratch.”