John Obi Mikel calls for three more Chelsea signings but fears one star will leave

John Obi Mikel hopes to see Chelsea make at least three more signings to prove there are legitimate Premier League title contenders next season.

In Enzo Maresca’s first season in charge at Stamford Bridge, the Blues showed signs they were ready to fight for English football’s biggest prize once again but an alarming dip after the turn of the year saw their hopes of keeping pace with Liverpool fade quickly.

They swiftly found themselves among the clutch of clubs scrapping for Champions League qualification but a strong end to the campaign saw them finish fourth, confirming their return to European football’s top table next season.

A Europa Conference League triumph further emboldened Maresca’s young side with Liam Delap since joining the squad, choosing Chelsea over Manchester United.

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