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Josh Holland

Graham Potter sent £60m defensive problem after Chelsea star labelled 'not good enough'

Marc Cucurella has been one of the unfortunate members of the Chelsea squad that has faced plenty of criticism this season. The former Brighton star made the switch to west London for £62million in the summer as deputy to Ben Chilwell but has played nearly every game this campaign.

Chilwell's ongoing injury concerns have meant the 24-year-old has played all but two of the Blues' 21 Premier League games for Thomas Tuchel and Graham Potter. His versatility to play on the left flank and on the left as a back three, as he often did so well with Brighton, made him a clever purchase by Todd Boehly.

However, the left-back has struggled for form since making the move to Stamford Bridge, even with former boss Potter at the helm. After registering two assists in his first four games, the Spaniard has not directly been involved in a goal since and has struggled to contain a number of Premier League wingers.

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