Noni Madueke makes promise to Chelsea fans after horror season

Noni Madueke has made a promise to Chelsea fans after the Blues endured a horrific 2022-23 season, finishing 12th in the Premier League and trophyless.

It has been a turbulent period for the west Londoners ever since Todd Boehly came in as co-owner and replaced Roman Abramovich last summer.

Chelsea have spent £653.7m on 20 players under the American – including the arrival of Madueke from PSV – and are already on their third permanent manager, with Boehly sacking both Thomas Tuchel and Graham Potter last term.

Frank Lampard took over on a short-term deal following Potter’s dismissal and Mauricio Pochettino has taken over at Stamford Bridge for the 2023-24 campaign.

Madueke, signed by Chelsea in January, has sent a message to fans as the 21-year-old Englishman looks to help turn the Blues’ fortunes around.

‘A lot of changes are out of the players’ hands, but you roll with the punches,’ he told the Evening Standard about Chelsea’s poor season.

‘I guess when the club wants to do something a bit special, there’s bound to be changes. We’re trying to create a squad that can compete for the next 10 years. I definitely performed well, showed my ability, but next season you’ll see the real me.

‘Next season, I want to contribute massively to Chelsea winning. That’s it. We’re all buzzing to come back in pre-season with the new manager, forget last year and bring Chelsea back to where they’re meant to be; fighting for titles.’

Quizzed about working under Pochettino, Madueke added: ‘If he can make me better, I’ll be a very good player. That’s exciting. I will never compromise the way I play – my game is already risky as it is. It’s about becoming as effective as I am skilful.

‘Young players need a manager that can develop them further. You see Jude [Bellingham] made a move to Real Madrid at 19 years of age. It’s about how good you are. If you’re the best in your position, you play.’

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