Chelsea Having Trouble In Front Of Goal

Chelsea Having Trouble In Front Of Goal

Mourinho seized what looked as a great opportunity to work with one of the best strikers in the world. Because Anzhi Makhachkala came across some serious money issues, Eto’o came to London to revive his career alongside his favorite manager. It looked like a match made in heaven but apparently, the 32 year old Cameroonian’s Russian experience has really affected his game. He is no longer the player that scored over 100 goals for Barcelona and who won the Champions League trophy under Mou’s command. The problem is not a physical one because he looks fit and can handle an entire match. The problem comes from the fact that two years of absence from competing with Europe’s top end teams changed the way he performs on the pitch.

Both fans and Mourinho saw that the talent and skill are still there but the level of concentration and competitiveness have dropped considerably. According to Metro, Chelsea’s boss has faith in his player and urged fans to help Eto’o return to his true form. “The Special One’s” actions are not just the result of a great bond between the two but also the result of a lack of options. Torres will be out for three weeks because of a knee injury that came just a few seconds into the game against Steaua and Demba Ba’s current form does not have him vying for a place in the starting eleven. Lukaku is on loan for the entire season because of what could have been a mistake on Chelsea’s behalf after probably considering Rooney’s transfer a sure thing.

If all those things are taken into consideration, Eto’o is clearly the first option for the Blues’ attack. Hopefully, the Cameroonian will step up his game until the end of the month when Chelsea have to face Schalke, City and Arsenal. One other solution though could come from 22 year old Kevin De Bruyne. Even if he was used more like an attacking midfielder, the young Belgian is presented by the club’s site as a striker. His lack of experience may be outshined by determination and skill if Mourinho decides to use him.