A new wave of uncertainty has hit Stamford Bridge as Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana has sparked exit rumors by removing Chelsea-related posts from his Instagram account. This has quickly become a talking point among the club’s supporters, mirroring the recent speculation surrounding Lionel Messi’s situation at Inter Miami.
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has responded to the speculation, attempting to reassure fans that there is nothing to worry about. Speaking before the upcoming London derby against West Ham, Maresca addressed the rumors surrounding the French defender, who has struggled for both playing time and fitness since his arrival from Leicester City in 2022 for a significant fee.
Maresca stated that he maintains regular communication with Fofana and that the player is content. He dismissed the social media activity, saying he does not use social networks himself.
Adding to the intrigue, Fofana has deleted posts from his social media before, doing the same thing before moving to Chelsea. This has caught the attention of the Chelsea supporters.
Further fueling the speculation, Fofana was not included in the starting eleven for the recent draw against Crystal Palace. Maresca revealed that Fofana’s absence was due to his ongoing recovery from a hamstring injury sustained last season.
Maresca indicated that Fofana’s return to action is imminent, suggesting he could feature in the upcoming match. Beyond the Fofana situation, Maresca has discussed the need for defensive reinforcements.
Whether Fofana will play in the upcoming London Stadium match and the implications of his social media activity remain to be seen.