A team like Chelsea are always very clear about their aim of improving the squad from the previous season and better their performance in the next one. This has been particularly true ever since Enzo Maresca took over as the manager of the club.
Apart from the Chelsea boss’s tactical and strategic brilliance, players also play a critical role in bringing accomplishments to the club. Many individuals have shown their talent, but only a few manage to make their way through and become key figures in the club’s history over the years.
In recent times, among a few standouts, Moises Caicedo has emerged as one of the most important talents. He has flourished immensely since his arrival in the summer of 2023. This is why former footballer and Manchester United legend Gary Neville praised the midfielder. As reported by Sky Sports, he said,
“Sitting here now, going into October 2025, I think we can say he is the best midfielder in the league.”
Gary Neville chooses Chelsea star as the best midfielder in the PL
Caicedo has caught the eyes of football fans and pundits alike since his arrival. His defensive capabilities and ability to build creative attacks are what the team relies upon. The Ecuadorian international has been on the radar of many top-tier Premier League teams due to his potential to contribute to both ends of the pitch simultaneously, something the Blues identified early during his Brighton days. Although his a lot of questions were asked in the initial days of Caicedo’s arrival to Stamford Bridge, he has certainly given a befitting reply to those who doubted him.
Meanwhile, Chelsea made several crucial additions during the summer transfer window, but unprecedented injuries have haunted the Blues, placing them seventh in the table. The situation in the midfield is especially concerning given players like Romeo Lavia, Dario Essugo, Cole Palmer and Enzo Fernandez are currently sidelined. However Caicedo is thankfully still out of that dreaded list and delivering on the field in every matchday.
Signing Caicedo was undoubtedly a major boost for the Blues. Although the £115 million price-tag would have seemed a bit steep initially, the young midfieler has more than justified his price tag, proving his immense worth and capability with his performances.
Ankan Bhowmick