Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers react to Noni Madueke’s update after ‘Aston Villa move’ news
Noni Madueke’s social media post received plenty of responses from teammates and players after his performance in the Conference League.
Madueke came off the bench to score twice in Chelsea’s commanding 3-0 win over Legia Warsaw in the first leg of the Conference League quarter-finals.
Tyrique George opened the scoring with his first senior goal, reacting quickly to Reece James’ long-range effort that was parried into his path.
Jadon Sancho also impressed for Chelsea on the night, providing both assists for Madueke’s goals, as Chelsea take a strong lead back to Stamford Bridge for the return leg.
Madueke’s brace came at a time when speculation around his future is beginning to build. Football Insider revealed that Aston Villa are preparing a summer move for Madueke, in a bid to strengthen their attacking options, as the winger would be open to the switch.
Amid the transfer rumours, he shared a post on social media celebrating the result and his performance, earning plenty of reactions from teammates and fans alike, as he looks to continue his form heading into the final stretch of the season.
Aston Villa and Tottenham battling for Noni Madueke transfer
The English winger posted a series of photos on Instagram following Chelsea’s 3-0 win over Legia, earning plenty of attention from players across the league.
Cole Palmer, Sancho and Marc Cucurella were among those who liked the post, while Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall commented: “He’s back.”
Morgan Rogers also liked the post, which could add more fuel to ongoing speculation about a possible link-up at Aston Villa.
Unai Emery’s side aren’t alone in the race, though. Football Insider also revealed that Tottenham are eyeing a move for Madueke this summer as they look to potentially re-sign their academy product.
Madueke’s two-goal display against Legia took his season tally to 10 goals, making him Chelsea’s second-highest scorer behind Palmer.
| Season statistics | Noni Madueke |
| Appearances | 31 |
| Goals | 10 |
| Assists | 4 |
Chelsea considering Alejandro Garnacho and Nico Williams as winger options
The Blues are expected to target a new winger in the summer, especially if Madueke departs and with Sancho’s long-term future at the club still uncertain.
Chelsea remain interested In Alejandro Garnacho after a January move failed with a potential swap deal with Christopher Nkunku being touted.
In addition, Chelsea have shown interest in Nico Williams along with Arsenal for the Spaniard, but his wage demands may become a problem for the Gunners.
Madueke’s recent upturn in form, however, may yet shift the club’s summer plans. If he maintains consistency in the closing stages of the season, it could strengthen his case to stay and succeed at Stamford Bridge.