Enzo Maresca explains why Pedro Neto won’t start against Manchester City.

Pedro Neto won’t start against Manchester City, as explained by Enzo Maresca.

Pedro Neto, the top scorer for Wolverhampton, was signed by Chelsea last week. However, according to current reports, Enzo Maresca has not received any interest in starting the player before today’s match against Manchester City.

The Wolves summer addition, according to Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca, won’t start the opening game of the season against Manchester City.

Maresca stated at his press conference, “Pedro’s physical condition is good; the only thing is that he’s been here for just the last two or three days, so he will need to get used to the way we play.”

“He is undoubtedly fit, but we will decide if he starts for us or comes off the bench. However, he is available and in good physical condition to participate.

Pedro Neto made his Chelsea debut at the halftime break against Inter Milano; he did not play for Chelsea throughout the preseason.

This summer, Neto was given a lengthy leave of absence following his participation for Portugal at Euro 2024. Before transferring to Chelsea, he had played in just one friendly with the Wolves, therefore he had fewer than thirty minutes under his belt.

Maresca appears to think highly of him and is likely eager for him to make his choice given his history of injury setbacks.

Today’s match between Chelsea and Champions Manchester City would see Enzo Maresca looking to win his first Premier League game.

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