There Is A Role For Cesar Azpilicueta Behind The Adaptation Process Of Thiago Silva At Chelsea

JAKARTA - Thiago Silva's English is not good. Some have accused the Brazilian player's poor performance on his debut for Chelsea against West Bromwich Albion due to language barriers.

But his form later improved in the 4-0 win over Crystal Palace, leading many to assume that the former Paris Saint-Germain man has adjusted to West London. As it turned out, defender Cesar Azpilicueta played there.

"Yes, that's right. We communicate in French. I speak French, so does Thiago, and of course Kurt (Zouma). It's a good way for us to speak at the back. Edu (Mendy) also speaks French. , then that is the best way for us, "said Azpilicueta as quoted by Antara, Friday.

"We are trying our best with the players who do not speak English at the moment and that is not a problem for us. Thiago (Silva) also speaks the same language as Jorginho, so he can communicate with him too," added the Spaniard.

However, Azpilicueta thinks that language differences are not a big problem. Moreover, Thiago Silva has had a long career in the world of professional football.

"We want to make the adaptation process as easy as possible for new players, and if we have to speak French in defense until the players understand English, that's fine," said Azpilicueta.

Chelsea have played four matches in the 2020/2021 Premier League season, with a record of two wins, one draw and one defeat. In the next match played on 17 October, Frank Lampard's men host Southampton.