Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has said the club’s dressing room lacks a “proper leader” and has been left “expecting more” from captain Reece James this season.
A late goal from Facundo Pellistri earned Manchester United a 1-1 draw against Athletic Club in their final preseason match ahead of the start of the Premier League next weekend.
Chelsea have completed the signing of Southampton midfielder Romeo Lavia to continue their big-spending summer transfer window, the club announced on Friday.