As per Delaney’s latest newsletter for The Independent, Liverpool is supposedly closely monitoring Josh Acheampong, a rookie at Chelsea. The person in control of the Chelsea team’s WhatsApp group discussion isn’t who you might anticipate, according to defender Marc Cucurella. The second international break of the season will see the Premier League resume play on Saturday following an almost two-week hiatus. On Sunday afternoon in Anfield, Chelsea will play their first away match back against Liverpool, the current league leaders.
Prior to the game, right-back Cucurella revealed the identity of the surprise leader of Chelsea’s club WhatsApp group and provided an inside look at it. During an interview with Sky Sports for the PL unpacked YouTube series, Cucurella disclosed to the Spanish player who was in control of the group chat: “Marcus Bettinelli.” I believe he is in charge of the group because he needs to set everything and post the fines.
Marcus Bettinelli is the leader of Chelsea WhatsApp group
While goalkeeper Robert Sanchez of Spain or Serbia’s Djordje Petrovic frequently start in goal, Bettinelli has struggled to establish a regular spot in the squad since joining Chelsea on a free transfer from London rival Fulham in July 2021. During Chelsea’s 5-1 FA Cup third round triumph over National League side Chesterfield at Stamford Bridge in January 2022, Bettinelli made his only appearance for the senior team in his three years with the Blues.
Consequently, it is unexpected that the Englishman is in charge of the team’s WhatsApp group discussion rather than Cole Palmer, the top player, or club captain Reece James. Cucurella was also questioned regarding the messages that were usually submitted into the group chat and whether manager Enzo Maresca was a part of it. “No,” he clarified. Only for the athletes and those who make an effort to assist us in setting the training schedule and vacation days.
