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“It’s more difficult” – Summer signing opens up on difficulties adapting to Premier League

Pep Chavarria has been speaking to the Chelsea website about his first months in the country and how he’s adapted. If you enjoy Talk Chelsea…

By Will Faulks · Talk Chelsea

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 11:54 AM

Key Things to Know

Pep Chavarria stated that adapting to the Premier League is more difficult than playing in Spain.
Moises Caicedo is helping Chavarria integrate into the Chelsea squad by teaching him English.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has overseen a defense that has yet to record a clean sheet this season.

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Chelsea summer signing Pep Chavarria discussed the challenges of adapting to English football following his Premier League debut under manager Xabi Alonso. The Spanish left-back highlighted the league's high competitive balance compared to La Liga, noting that any team can defeat top sides if full focus is not maintained throughout the match.

Chavarria revealed that fellow Spanish-speaking teammate Moises Caicedo is actively helping him integrate into the squad by teaching him English. His transition comes during a challenging stretch for Chelsea, as Alonso's side has yet to keep a clean sheet this season.

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