Chelsea midfielder Moises Caicedo is confident his team can challenge Arsenal’s Premier League title ambitions. Both sides will meet at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, November 30. Caicedo expressed this belief ahead of the crucial match.
When asked if Chelsea could stop Arsenal’s strong momentum, the Ecuadorian replied simply to The Daily Mail: “Why not? They are doing really well. However, we have not faced them yet.”
Caicedo’s Impact at Chelsea
The 24-year-old Caicedo joined Chelsea from Brighton two years ago. His transfer cost a British-record £115 million. Since then, he has become one of the Premier League’s most effective midfielders. He is known for his energy, superb ball-winning skills, and tactical awareness. Off the pitch, he is polite. On the pitch, he shows relentless focus.
Humble Yet Ambitious: Caicedo’s Self-Assessment
Despite receiving widespread praise, Caicedo rejected claims of being the league’s top defensive midfielder. “No,” he stated. “There are so many great players. I don’t want to tell the world I’m the best; it’s not true.”
He explained his perspective. “In my mind, I am the best version of myself. It’s different from declaring yourself the best in the world.” Caicedo acknowledged the strong competition. “Many good players are in my position. I am doing my best.”
He feels a need to improve further. “I need to show more because I believe I can do more. I can contribute with goals and assists; I feel it.” He recalled his excellent performance against Tottenham. In that match, he regained possession several times. He also set up João Pedro’s winning goal.
“I trusted myself to win that ball back,” he said. “I did, and then I made an assist. I can do that every game. I believe in myself, and I will definitely do it.”
Anticipating the Declan Rice Midfield Showdown
Caicedo also shared his thoughts on the upcoming midfield battle with Arsenal captain Declan Rice. “Everyone knows how good Declan is,” he remarked. “It will be a fantastic battle between us.”
He noted the uniqueness of the situation. “It’s very nice, very special. As he mentioned, we play in different positions.” Caicedo expressed admiration for his counterpart. “People compare us, but I’m thrilled he’s performing so well. I enjoy watching him; he’s excellent.”
His ambition is clear. “I want to face the world’s best defensive and attacking midfielders. Declan is certainly one of them. I am ready.” He clarified the comparison. “It’s good that people compare us, but we are not rivals. He wants to do well, and I will fight hard. I am prepared. Everyone is ready. I eagerly anticipate the match.”
Why Chelsea? Caicedo’s Path to Stamford Bridge
Caicedo reflected on his choice to join Chelsea, bypassing Arsenal and Liverpool. He sees his decision as destiny. “Everything happens for a reason,” he stated. “I nearly went elsewhere, but now I am here, and I am very happy. The timing felt right.”
He remained steadfast in his choice. “I waited for Chelsea to come for me. Some people mocked me. They said I chose incorrectly.” Caicedo defended his move. “However, adapting to a big team sometimes takes time. I needed that period.”
His commitment to Chelsea is strong. “I want to give my all to this club because they showed faith in me. I chose Chelsea because of their ambitions. I want to win trophies, many more trophies, with this club.”
Eyeing More Silverware and Future Success
Caicedo has already secured the Conference League and Club World Cup titles. He is determined to achieve even more success with Chelsea. “Absolutely. It is time,” he affirmed. “We are moving in the right direction. We want to maintain this path, and we will achieve our goals.”
Chelsea approaches the Sunday match against Arsenal, scheduled for 5:30 p.m., with recent victories. They defeated Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup final. They also secured a win against Barcelona in the Champions League. Caicedo’s message resonates clearly: confidence within the squad is high. The Blues are fully prepared for the challenge ahead.
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