“He will join Maresca’s squad with immediate effect” – Chelsea land Fofana replacement after latest injury blow | OneFootball

Chelsea signed Argentinian centre-back Aaron Anselmino from Boca Juniors last summer, leaving him to continue with his boyhood club.

However, according to Fabrizio Romano, the 19-year-old will join Enzo Maresca’s squad immediately, providing crucial reinforcement after yet another injury blow to Wesley Fofana.

Anselmino is a highly regarded talent in South American football. He is set to travel to London at the end of this week and will begin training with his new teammates at Cobham next week.

Chelsea’s defensive line has been plagued by injuries, with Fofana’s recent setback further compounding their problems. Benoit Badiashile is already on the treatment table. Captain and first-choice right-back Reece James continues to deal with his persistent hamstring niggles.

Badiashile and Fofana are expected to be sidelined for a long time. Anselmino’s return gives Maresca a fresh option to bolster the backline as the Blues aim to regain form after failing to win their last two matches.

The young defender has made significant strides in his career, earning plaudits for his composure, ball-playing ability, and tactical awareness.

His performances in the Argentine Primera Division have drawn comparisons to some of his country’s finest defenders, raising expectations among Chelsea fans eager to see him in action.

However, they may have to wait for some time before seeing him strut his stuff in the English top flight. The youngster needs European experience, and the club might consider loaning him.

Also, Anselmino is not the answer to Chelsea’s defensive woes. They need an authoritative figure to lead the rearguard. The youngster cannot fill those boots. Chelsea must dip into the transfer market for a transformative centre-back signing a la Vigirl Van Dijk.

They should also consider signing a world-class goalkeeper to replace the calamitous Robert Sanchez. He has been egregious this season despite signs of improvement, and the Blues need a consistent shot-stopper between the sticks.