"Chelsea rank 10th in the Premier League for expected goals against (28.8); they have made the third-most errors leading to shots, with 21; and they have only won 48.2% of their aerial duels, the fifth lowest in the league. Jacquet is comfortable on the ball, has won 71.4% of his aerial duels in Ligue 1 this season, and he ranks 11th for successful passes into the final third made by centre-backs in France's top flight."
"The Manchester City talent factory has produced another player who seems to be on his way out of the club, with Fulham keen to sign 22-year-old midfielder Oscar Bobb. City have made around 400m from selling academy players in the last decade, nearly half of their total income from transfers. When the Norwegian broke into the team in the 2023-24 season, it looked as if he might stay there."
Chelsea concede high-quality chances and struggle defensively, ranking 10th for expected goals against, committing 21 errors leading to shots and winning just 48.2% of aerial duels. Rennes centre-back Jeremy Jacquet combines ball-playing ability with strong aerial success (71.4% in Ligue 1) and frequent forward passing, making him a potential solution while Levi Colwill is injured. Manchester City academy graduate Oscar Bobb broke through in 2023-24 but faces increased competition after new signings and could move to Fulham for regular playing time. Manchester City have generated around 400m from academy player sales in the last decade.
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