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Chelsea striker Marc Guiu impressed against Astana in the Conference League and a Premier League loan would now be “invaluable”, according to Joe Cole.Guiu has played most of his games in the Conference League and scored an electrifying solo goal to give Chelsea a 1-0 lead. His contribution proved vital for the second goal, though it was variously credited to him and as an own goal..
Speaking on TNT Sports at half-time , he said: “Marc Guiu, 18 years old. He’s got Nkunku in front of him, Nicolas Jackson in front of him. But there might be a few clubs in the Premier League looking at him because of the way he’s played in this competition thinking, ‘We could take him on loan’.”BBC SportJoin the Football Insider WhatsApp channel to get all our exclusives and the breaking transfer news FIRST.
The 18-year-old has waited for opportunities, and against Astana, he seized one. His frame and technical ability, undoubtedly developed at La Masia, have impressed fans and pundits alike. Guiu may need to move to secure more playing time, as he finds himself behind Jackson and Nkunku in the pecking order. However,Christopher Nkunku’s place at Chelsea is uncertain
Players who struggle for minutes due to a bloated squad have already linked with moves away, including players his age. This includes Carney Chukwuemeka,A loan move seems likely at this stage, as he only recently joined Chelsea. A permanent exit would be unlikely for now. With Enzo Maresca at the helm and performances like today, Guiu’s chance at Chelsea will come.
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