I Told Him to Stay Calm” – Marc Cucurella Reveals Message to Chelsea Teammate After Fans Turn Against Him

Chelsea's goalkeeping situation has been a focal point in recent weeks, with Robert Sánchez's performances under intense scrutiny. Following a series of errors leading to goals, head coach Enzo Maresca made the decision to bench Sánchez in favor of Filip Jorgensen for the match against Brighton on February 14, 2025. However, Jorgensen's performance in that game, which ended in a 3-0 defeat for Chelsea, did not solidify his position as the first-choice goalkeeper. 

In the subsequent Premier League fixture against Arsenal on March 16, 2025, Sánchez was reinstated as the starting goalkeeper. Despite Chelsea's 1-0 loss, Sánchez delivered a commendable performance, making several key saves to keep his team in contention. citeturn0news17 Maresca expressed satisfaction with Sánchez's display, stating, "I've been quite clear with the situation, with goalkeepers we are quite happy with [Sánchez's performance]." 

Marc Cucurella, a close friend and teammate of Sánchez, has been vocal in his support. He acknowledged the challenges Sánchez has faced and emphasized the importance of staying focused and working hard. Cucurella stated, "I've told him to be calm. Every footballer goes through tough times. The key is to keep training hard and working even harder." 

Looking ahead, Chelsea are reportedly not planning to sign another goalkeeper during the upcoming summer transfer window. The club intends to have both Sánchez and Jorgensen compete for the starting position next season, alongside new signing Mike Penders from Genk and returning loanee Djordje Petrovic. 

As the season progresses, Sánchez's response to these challenges will be crucial. With the support of his teammates and coaching staff, he has the opportunity to reclaim his position as Chelsea's first-choice goalkeeper and contribute significantly to the team's success.