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Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has named five players of Nigerian descent in his squad for the club’s pre-season tour of the United States.
The players include new signing Tosin Adarabioyo from Fulham, Carney Chukwuemeka from Aston Villa, Lesley Ugochukwu who joined from Rennes last summer, Noni Madueke from PSV last summer, and young talent Tyrique George.
Adarabioyo will compete with Wesley Fofana, Axel Disasi, and Benoit Badiashile for a spot in central defense.
Chukwuemeka and Ugochukwu, who are being monitored by AC Milan and Everton respectively, will need to impress Maresca to secure their places in the squad.
Madueke is also rumored to be a target for Newcastle United.
Chelsea’s pre-season began with a 2-2 draw against Wrexham in the US on July 24. Upcoming fixtures include matches against Celtic, Club America, Manchester City, and Real Madrid.
The Blues will start their Premier League season with a challenging match against defending champions Manchester City on August 18.
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