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Moises Caicedo failed to make a single tackle in Chelsea’s win vs Everton
In Caicedo, Chelsea may very well have the best ball-winning midfielder in the Premier League — perhaps even in the world! Yet, according to Sofascore, Caicedo did not make or win a single tackle against Everton.
He finished the game with just two defensive contributions to his name, which is quite unlike the Ecuadorian. Nevertheless, he was still very effective in the game.
Again, there are fewer gaps on the pitch when Caicedo plays because of how much space he can cover. It is no coincidence that in the two league games Caicedo has started, Chelsea have only conceded one goal and even managed to keep a clean sheet.
Against Everton, Caicedo also nearly scored the goal of the season after volleying Henderson’s corner straight onto the crossbar. Even if Caicedo was not making tackles left, right and centre for once, his presence was still felt.
Caicedo’s performance left Pedro Neto almost speechless, with the goalscorer evidently impressed with the impact his teammate has made since returning from injury. Even so, Chelsea are still expected to sign a new midfielder in 2027.
Alex Scott remains on Chelsea’s radar after their failed pursuit of the England international in the summer. However, Bournemouth now seem far more open to selling him.