Chelsea midfielder Moises Caicedo was a fan of the Blues even while growing up in Ecuador, in large part because of his love for two other midfielders who would have a significant impact on his game.
Moises Caicedo, Chelsea’s midfielder, grew up in Ecuador as a fan of the club, and his admiration for two midfielders, Claude Makelele and N’Golo Kante, played a significant role in shaping his own game.
Caicedo, inspired by Frenchman Claude Makelele, who played for Chelsea from 2003 to 2008 and was a key part of the team’s success during that time, used to study videos of Makelele online. Makelele was known for his defensive prowess and ability to break up opposition attacks.
Additionally, Caicedo admired N’Golo Kante, who joined Chelsea in 2016 and quickly became a key figure in the team’s midfield. Kante’s work rate, ball-winning ability, and overall midfield presence were qualities that Caicedo looked up to.
Interestingly, when Caicedo turned 18, a friend gave him an Independiente del Valle jersey with the name of Claude Makelele on it instead of the N’Golo Kante shirt he had requested. This mix-up shows the depth of his admiration for both players.
Caicedo’s journey to Chelsea has been rapid. He made his first-team debut for Independiente del Valle in Ecuador’s Serie A before turning 18. He then joined Brighton in the Premier League and later signed with Chelsea, becoming the most expensive player in British football history.
For Caicedo, joining Chelsea is a dream come true. He stated that he supported Chelsea as a kid and used to watch their games. Now, he’s excited to be a part of one of the world’s biggest clubs and is determined to give his best and create his own success story with the team. Chelsea celebrated his arrival with a photo of him and his mother in Chelsea jerseys in their native Ecuador.