In a jaw-dropping revelation this morning, Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has confirmed that four major stars, whose combined market value exceeds £150 million, have been dropped from the squad set to compete in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
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💣 The Players Dropped:
While official names are yet to be fully confirmed, insiders suggest the list includes:
A highly-rated defender signed under the previous regime
A midfield star struggling for form
An attacking player recently linked with a summer move
A big-money signing whose fitness has been under scrutiny
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🧠 Maresca’s Reason – A Shock to the System:
The shock isn’t in who was dropped — it’s why. Maresca reportedly made the decision based not on form alone, but on discipline, attitude in training, and long-term vision for the squad. According to a source close to the club:
> “Maresca wants a culture reset. No egos, no exceptions. Either you’re fully committed to the cause, or you’re out. The World Cup squad is based on trust, not just talent.”
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😳 Fan Reactions:
Supporters across social media are torn:
Some are praising Maresca’s bold leadership and no-nonsense attitude
Others are baffled and angry, demanding explanations for dropping high-performing or popular stars
One tweet read:
> “You don’t just drop £150m worth of players unless you’re sending a massive message. Maresca means business!”
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🏆 What It Means for Chelsea:
This decision could redefine the club’s identity heading into the Club World Cup:
Signals a youth-first, team-above-all philosophy
Creates space for emerging stars to step up
Might trigger summer exits for those excluded
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🔍 More details expected in the official press conference later today. Stay tuned as this developing s
tory could reshape Chelsea’s entire summer and global campaign!
