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Ciaran Morrison

Mon 11 August 2025 7:00, UK

A Chelsea star is under pressure after failing to impress during the Blues’ pre-season win over AC Milan at Stamford Bridge.

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An own goal and a Joao Pedro strike raced Chelsea into a two-goal lead before Liam Delap netted twice in the second half.

Maresca still has issues to iron out in the squad despite the impressive nature of victory, with one summer signing potentially faced with being dropped from the starting line-up.

Gittens signed for Chelsea this summer.

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Jamie Gittens arrived from Borussia Dortmund this summer, though he is already under pressure to deliver following a poor performance against AC Milan.

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Gittens had the chance to impress Maresca, but now the manager has a decision to make ahead of the first Premier League match against Crystal Palace.

With a short pre-season programme which only included two games, Maresca will likely stick with Gittens and give him time in the Premier League to showcase his qualities.

Maresca will need to use his full squad with the return of Champions League football and Chelsea wanting to compete again at the top of the Premier League.
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