Chelsea told why summer signing is struggling with Xabi Alonso tactics

Jamie Carragher believes Chelsea summer signing Maxence Lacroix is struggling to adapt to manager Xabi Alonso's tactical system. Speaking on Sky Sports, Carragher argued that the £52 million French defender looks uncomfortable and lacks the mobility required when Chelsea transition into a back-four setup or press man-to-man, pointing to his performance in Chelsea's 2-0 defeat against Tottenham.

Chelsea have conceded 18 goals in nine matches across all competitions, managing only a single clean sheet against League One side Luton Town. Carragher claimed the Blues still lack a standout leader to anchor their backline ahead of their Carabao Cup fourth-round tie against Andoni Iraola's Liverpool.