Chelsea’s recent 2-1 loss to Liverpool at Anfield has left fans and pundits alike questioning the team’s lineup decisions.
Despite Nicolas Jackson scoring his first goal for the Blues, they couldn’t hold off Liverpool for long, falling to their second defeat of the season.
Amid the fallout, Chelsea legend Frank Lampard has called for a key change ahead of their next Premier League game against Newcastle.
One player impressed Lampard in Chelsea’s 2-1 defeat
Speaking to the Premier League’s official site, Lampard highlighted the performance of Pedro Neto, who came off the bench early in the second half.
Neto’s direct and aggressive play injected life into Chelsea’s attack, making an instant impact on both wings.
“Pedro Neto came on and added a lot,” Lampard said. “He has probably pushed himself into a big chance of starting the next game. I think he should.”
Maresca’s Chelsea side faced a number of setbacks going into the Liverpool clash, with key players like Wesley Fofana and Marc Cucurella suspended, and Reece James and Romeo Lavia still managing their minutes after recovering from injuries.
Despite these challenges, Neto’s performance stood out, and Lampard believes it’s time to give the winger a starting role.
Neto likely to start in next Chelsea game
Pedro Neto, who joined Chelsea in the summer, has shown flashes of brilliance since his arrival, but has yet to secure a consistent starting spot.
With Chelsea set to play in the Conference League midweek, Neto is likely to start.
However, Lampard and many fans are eager to see him make his mark when Chelsea face Newcastle in the Premier League this weekend.
