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Chelsea loses 4-1 in Potter's return to Brighton in EPL

Graham Potter endured a chastening return to Brighton as his former club beat Chelsea 4-1

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • Associated Press

Defends well in UCL win Cucurella made three clearances, an interception and won three of three tackles in Tuesday's 2-1 Champions League victory against RB Salzburg.

Impact Cucurella has started in five of Chelsea's last six matches in all competitions since returning from an illness in early October.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available Cucurella (illness) wasn't mentioned among those unfit ahead of Wednesday's match against AC Milan during manager Graham Potter's press conference.

Impact Cucurella was a late absence from Saturday's win over Crystal Palace and it doesn't seem to be anything substantial enough to keep him out for more than one game. If he does return, Cucurella could play as the left center-back in a back-three or at left-back if he's favored over Ben Chilwell.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Under the weather Cucurella is dealing with an illness and will miss Saturday's match against Crystal Palace. Manager Graham Potter told reporters, "We've got a bit of illness with Marc Cucurella an...

Impact Cucurella has started six of the club's eight contests this season in which he has garnered two assists, 30 crosses (nine accurate) and 13 corners. He played at center-back in the first match under Graham Potter and seems most likely to be replaced by Kalidou Koulibaly in the starting XI Saturday, though it's still unclear who Potter prefers in his squad.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wesley Fofana joins Chelsea from Leicester for $87M

Wesley Fofana has become one of the most expensive defenders in soccer history after securing a move to Chelsea from Premier League rival Leicester for a reported fee of 75 million...

AUGUST 31, 2022 • Associated Press

Tuchel grumbles as big-spending Chelsea loses again in EPL

Chelsea is getting precious little return for being the biggest-spending team in Europe this summer and it's starting to irritate manager Thomas Tuchel

AUGUST 30, 2022 • Associated Press

Battle of the Bridge 2: Coaches clash as Chelsea, Spurs draw

It was another feisty game between Chelsea and Tottenham in the Premier League and this time Thomas Tuchel and Antonio Conte were the main protagonists

AUGUST 14, 2022 • Associated Press

Tuchel, Conte clash as Chelsea, Tottenham draw 2-2 in EPL

Antonio Conte and Thomas Tuchel were both sent off after clashing following a feisty 2-2 draw between Chelsea and Tottenham.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Tuchel, Conte clash as Chelsea, Tottenham draw 2-2 in EPL

Assists in home debut Cucurella had an assist with his lone chance created while taking two off target shots and crossing seven times (two accurate) during Sunday's 2-2 draw with Tottenham.

Impact Cucurella set up Kalidou Koulibaly in the 19th minute, assisting from a corner kick in his full Chelsea and home debut. The wingback was excellent going forward on Sunday, leading Chelsea with seven crosses and splitting corner kicks with Mason Mount.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Transfer news live updates Hello and welcome to The Athletic's coverage of today's transfer news.The big story of yesterday saw Chelsea complete a deal for Brighton's...

AUGUST 6, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

How Brighton played hard ball to get what they wanted for Marc Cucurella Twelve months after almost signing for Burnley, Marc Cucurella is a Chelsea player and the most expensive left-back ever...

AUGUST 6, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Completes Chelsea move Cucurella has completed a move to Chelsea in a record move from Brighton. The defender signed a six-year deal with the Blues.

Impact It's been a strange month for Cucurella, who was originally in talks to join Man City and then his price was too high, so Chelsea was next on the list. He eventually was barred from team training before this move on the day the season starts. It's quite the move for a player who has just one Premier League season under his belt, as he'll likely be used as more of a center-back than full-back, as Ben Chilwell has the left wing locked down. That said, Cucurella can also play on the wing and would take the backup role of Marcos Alonso, who is set to move away.

AUGUST 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brighton tell Cucurella to stay away from first-team training Chelsea transfer target Marc Cucurella has been kept away from first-team training with Brighton & Hove Albion. The Athletic understands tha...

AUGUST 4, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Barred from team training Cucurella has been told to stay away from team training ahead of Sunday's clash with Manchester United amid reports of an upcoming Chelsea transfer, per Andy Naylor of The Athletic...

Impact At this point, Cucurella should probably be expected to sit out for Sunday's tilt and may have played his last match for Brighton. During the 2021-22 campaign, the defender featured in all 35 of his appearances for the club in which he tallied 115 crosses (29 accurate), 93 tackles and 65 clearances. If he does complete the move to Chelsea, Cucurella would likely challenge Ben Chilwell for a spot in the starting XI, though Cucurella did slot into central defense nine times last year and could be an option there as well.

AUGUST 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Thursday's live transfer news Hello and welcome to The Athletic's coverage of today's transfer news.The transfer deadline has moved another week closer and a number of bi...

AUGUST 4, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Chelsea in talks to sign Marc Cucurella from Brighton Chelsea are in talks to sign Marc Cucurella from Brighton & Hove Albion, The Athletic understands. There is no agreement yet between the Pre...

AUGUST 1, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Brighton's Marc Cucurella hands in transfer request after Man City's £30m offer rejected Marc Cucurella joined Brighton for £15m in summer 2021 and was named as the clubs player of the season after impressing in 2021/22; Man City...

JULY 29, 2022 • SKY.COM

Manchester City, their pursuit of Cucurella and the three potential departures As well as Leeds midfielder Kalvin Phillips, champions City are also chasing Brighton left-back Marc Cucurella

JUNE 18, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Finishes strong campaign Cucurella scored one goal, provided one assist, created 42 chances, sent in 115 crosses and made 93 tackles and 65 clearances over 35 appearances (all starts) this past season.

Impact Cucurella made his debut season with Brighton after joining from Getafe. The full-back didn't have many appearances on the scoresheet but, other than that, had similar or even better numbers than the ones he was used to rack up playing at La Liga. And we should take into account the much increased defensive responsibilities, which included nine starts as a centre back when his side played with a three-men back line. The youngster had his name involved in several transfer rumors recently, being linked with a handful of European giants, but his destiny for next season won't affect his status as a fantasy stud.

JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cucurella: 'Mascherano said "good morning" - I didn't say anything, I was so nervous' With a new city, new baby and new language, Cucurella struggled after arriving in Brighton. Now, however, he is thriving.

MAY 18, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Logs goal as central defender Cucurella scored one goal across 90 minutes during a 4-0 win Saturday versus Manchester United.

Impact Cucurella logged his first Premier League goal this year. Since the month of April, Brighton & Hove Albion manager Graham Potter has been regularly utilizing a three-defender formation. Cucurella is starting alongside central defenders Lewis Dunk and Joel Veltman.

MAY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marc Cucurella doubles Brighton lead v. Manchester United ' Premier League

MAY 7, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Active in draw Cucurella created one chance from five crosses (three accurate) and conceded a yellow card during Sunday's 2-2 draw with Southampton.

Impact Cucurella also made two interceptions during the contest. His offensive production hasn't been so consistent with one chance created in his last four matches but he has logged 17 tackles and nine interceptions over his last five games. Up next is a trip to Wolverhampton, which don't score much but make up for it with a strong defense.

APRIL 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides well-rounded performance Cucurella created one chance, sent five crosses (one accurate), made three tackles (three won) and intercepted once during the 2-1 loss to Newcastle on Saturday.

Impact Cucurella was one of the best players for Brighton in their tough loss Saturday. Not only did he offer his typical offense from the flank, but he also managed to drop in to help defensively. In his last five appearances, he is averaging, 0.6 shots, 0.6 created chances, 5.0 crosses, 0.2 corners, 2.6 tackles and 1.2 interceptions per 90 minutes in all competitions. As long as he can continue to produce these types of numbers, he will be an excellent option worth considering.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Newcastle wins to push further clear of EPL's bottom three

Ryan Fraser and Fabian Schar scored early for Newcastle as its English Premier League recovery survived a concerted Brighton fightback in a 2-1 win

MARCH 5, 2022 • Associated Press

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