The Digest:
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has declared Moisés Caicedo one of the two best defensive midfielders in the world, placing him alongside Manchester City's Rodri and notably omitting Arsenal's Declan Rice. The bold endorsement came after Caicedo delivered a dominant, match-winning performance in Chelsea's 1-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur.
Key Points:
- Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca named Moisés Caicedo a world-top-two defensive midfielder.
- He placed the Ecuadorian alongside Manchester City's Ballon d'Or winner, Rodri.
- The comment snubbed Arsenal's Declan Rice, a key rival in the Premier League.
- Maresca praised Caicedo's humility and impact on the pitch.
- The midfielder provided the assist for the winning goal against Tottenham.
- Chelsea's victory temporarily lifted them into the Premier League's top four.
- Caicedo's record transfer fee surpassed Rice's previous British record.
Sources: Pulse Sports
