“I’m going to lose it” – Chelsea player’s biggest flaw in new position has pundit furious

Pedro Neto is a controversial player with many Chelsea fans, and his latest performance was another masterclass in frustration. If you enjoy Talk Chelsea coverage…

Published: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 9:03 PM
“I’m going to lose it” – Chelsea player’s biggest flaw in new position has pundit furious
Key Things to Know
  • Pundit Nick Verlaney criticized Chelsea's Pedro Neto for his predictable play style as a right wing-back.
  • Neto's reluctance to use his right foot reportedly limits his ability to pass or beat defenders on the outside.
  • Verlaney suggested that Chelsea should play Neto as a left wing-back moving forward.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Chelsea winger Pedro Neto has faced criticism following his recent performances playing out of position as a right wing-back. On the London is Blue podcast, presenter Nick Verlaney expressed frustration with the left-footed player's reluctance to use his right foot, which makes his attacking movements highly predictable for opposing defenders.

Verlaney suggested that Neto should be moved to left wing-back to better utilize his natural footedness. Additionally, the pundit criticized Neto's defensive work rate during the match, noting that he failed to track back on multiple occasions as Chelsea went a third consecutive game without a victory.

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