Chelsea FC have officially confirmed the squad for the next stage of the UEFA Conference League, revealing a blend of established stars, promising young talents, and new signings.
The squad, split into Player List A and Player List B, includes a total of 26 players. However, there are some notable omissions that will raise eyebrows among fans and analysts alike.
Player List A: Key Selections and Notable Inclusions
The primary squad, known as Player List A, includes Chelsea’s new and returning key players. Robert Sanchez, Filip Jorgensen, and Lucas Bergstrom make up the goalkeeping contingent, providing a mix of experience and youth.
In defense, Chelsea has chosen to rely on Axel Disasi, Marc Cucurella, Tosin Adarabioyo, Benoit Badiashile, Reece James, Malo Gusto, and Renato Veiga. The selection shows manager Enzo Maresca’s faith in the newly signed Adarabioyo and the emerging talent of Malo Gusto and Renato Veiga.
The midfield is stacked with talent, featuring Enzo Fernandez, Noni Madueke, Carney Chukwuemeka, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Moises Caicedo, and Cesare Casadei. This lineup is geared toward both defensive solidity and attacking creativity, with a balance of youth and experience.
Upfront, Chelsea fans will be excited to see Pedro Neto, Mykhailo Mudryk, Joao Felix, Nicolas Jackson, Christopher Nkunku, Jadon Sancho, and the young Marc Guiu. The inclusion of Joao Felix and Christopher Nkunku could prove vital for Chelsea’s attacking ambitions in the competition.
Player List B: Young Prospects to Watch
Player List B includes the club’s young prospects born on or after January 1, 2003. Levi Colwill, Josh Acheampong, Kiano Dyer, Tyrique George, Harrison McMahon, and Max Merrick represent the next generation of Chelsea talents. These players have met the eligibility criteria, which requires them to have been part of the club for an uninterrupted period of two years, or a total of three consecutive years with a limited loan period.
Cole Palmer, Wesley Fofana and Romeo Lavia have been omitted from Chelsea’s squad for the Europa Conference League.