Chelsea have a rare free midweek coming up, which could help them steady the ship and focus on strengthening their top-four credentials

Chelsea have slipped to fourth in the Premier League after dropping two points against Crystal Palace and Enzo Maresca is determined to help his side rediscover their previous form

New players have settled into their surroundings and the league, and have come to terms with their price tags and are doing what they do best - simply playing football. Marc Cucur

But it is Chelsea’s lack of control during matches that is providing a test for him now. The 2-0 defeat at Ipswich Town means Chelsea have lost successive games for the first time under Maresca. They have failed to score in successive away games too and ended 2024 picking up just one point from their final three league matches.

Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana hasn't played for the Blues since the start of December, but his hamstring problems might not be as serious as manager Enzo Maresca fears

Enzo Maresca feels Chelsea need to improve their intensity in training after failing to convert all but one chance in their 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace. Jean-Philippe Mateta salvaged a point for the hosts in the 82nd minute at Selhurst Park on Saturday,