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Former Arsenal and Manchester City defender Bacary Sagna believes Malo Gusto of Chelsea possesses the potential to assert his dominance as a right-back in the Premier League. Chelsea secured Gusto’s services from Lyon for £26.3 million just over a year ago, and due to Reece James’ injuries, the 20-year-old has been granted more playing time than initially expected this season.
Gusto’s recent performances have stood out for Chelsea, prompting Sagna to express his confidence in the French defender’s ability to rise to the top in the Premier League. Sagna remarked that the competition between Gusto and James for the right-back position is beneficial for Chelsea, highlighting Gusto’s attributes of speed, agility, and proficiency in one-on-one situations. He emphasized that Gusto’s stellar displays at Lyon make his success at Chelsea unsurprising, given his versatile skill set.
While Gusto has impressed, Sagna believes he can further excel as Chelsea undergoes a rebuilding phase in the upcoming seasons. Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea’s manager, acknowledged Gusto’s growing importance within the team, noting the challenges the young player faced upon his arrival from France. Pochettino explained that Gusto was initially intended to have more time to acclimate to the Premier League and the club, but circumstances led to his early involvement due to injuries.
Despite experiencing some setbacks with injuries, Gusto’s gradual progress is becoming evident, according to Pochettino. The manager expressed optimism that with consistent playing time, Gusto can solidify his position in the team and showcase his attacking prowess. While acknowledging Gusto’s quality in moving forward, Pochettino highlighted areas for improvement but expressed satisfaction with Gusto’s overall performance and attitude.
In conclusion, Sagna and Pochettino’s assessments underscore Gusto’s potential to become a prominent figure in Chelsea’s defense and establish himself as a top-tier right-back in the Premier League, provided he continues to develop and refine his skills.
