Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has said he’s pleased to start the new season with Chelsea, following the end of the pre-season tour of the United States.

Speaking ahead of facing Inter Milan at Stamford Bridge, Enzo Maresca said: “I’m very excited.

“Finally, we are at home and with our fans and we need them throughout the season.

“They are going to be very important for us and the players because in these moments we need support. We are going to enjoy it together.”

The Blues head coach added: “I always try to build a good relationship with the supporters, especially because when we are at home they can be the twelfth player for us.

“We need them pushing and behind us. We will try to do our best to help them enjoy the game and share the joy.”

On facing Inter Milan, he said: “Inter are a very good team. Two years ago they played in the Champions League final and last season they won the Serie A title.

“They have had the same manager for a long time now and you can see they play fantastic football, offensively and defensively. It will be a tough game, our last game before we start the season, so we want to give our best.”