Chelsea legend Pat Nevin admits Chelsea star will be disappointed by this shock transfer decision.
Pat Nevin having doubts on Chelsea decision
Marc Guiu’s summer move to Sunderland looked like the perfect chance to get minutes under his belt. He could have sharpened his finishing, and settle into English football without the pressure of Chelsea.
Instead, the teenager’s loan was cut short almost as soon as it began. With Liam Delap sidelined and Nicolas Jackson heading out to Bayern Munich on loan, Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca decided to pull the plug on Guiu’s move.
Pat Nevin, who knows all about the challenges of breaking through at Chelsea, has his say on the matter. Speaking to Betway, he admitted the striker will be “gutted” by the call. At Sunderland, Guiu was given the chance to play every week, which is what every young forward wants. Now, he finds himself back in a dressing room with no assurance of regular starts.
What lies ahead for Guiu ?
The move raises a tough question, is Guiu better off learning from the bench at Chelsea or battling defenders in the Championship? Nevin believes development comes from playing, not just training. While Chelsea’s issues in attack explain the recall, it could hinder the striker’s progress at a key moment.
Regular matches at Sunderland may have helped him become familiar with the physicality of English football sooner. Instead, he now faces the challenge of proving himself in limited opportunities under Maresca.
January could offer a reset if Delap returns and Chelsea choose to send Guiu back out on loan. Until then, he must grab every chance he gets. He needs to show he can handle the big stage.
Author’s Opinion:
Guiu’s recall feels more like damage control than long-term planning. While Chelsea needed bodies up front, the youngster may suffer from fewer minutes. For his growth, another loan in January might be a right call.
