Enzo Maresca says that Robert Sanchez will remain the n ° 1 of Chelsea for the rest of the season – but that it is “far, far,” to play at the level he wishes on the part of his goalkeeper.
The Spaniard was the guardian of first choice of Blues last season after his transfer from Brighton and remained the reference man in goals this season.
But he made four errors leading directly to goals – the second largest number of premier league players – and was criticized both from outside and from the Chelsea fans.
Sanchez dropped the ball to allow Matt Doherty to equalize before half-time during the 3-1 victory of Chelsea against the Wolves, the Blues supporters at Stamford Bridge responding by making fun of each time he managed to catch the ball in the second half.
“Of course, this is not very good for his confidence, but Robert is also a professional who must learn to manage this kind of moment,” said Maresca.
“It’s an experience for him. He must also improve to manage this kind of moments during a home match where supporters, for any reason, are not happy. He must manage this moment.
“I did not speak with Robert. I consider that this kind of moment is part of our work. You have to learn that you have to face this. It has already happened in the past with Robert, and he got out pretty well.
Maresca was asked to find out if he thought Sanchez had improved under the management of the manager.
“It is better, but it is still far away, very far from where I want it to be.”
When asked if he could be Chelsea’s No. 1 for many years, Maresca replied: “I don’t think of the seasons to come. I am thinking of this season.
“For this season? No doubt. But in the future, we don’t know it. It is not only a question of Robert. It’s not even about me, you know? I am focused on this moment, this season. Since we started, Robert is better, but he is still far from where I want him to be.