Maurizio Sarri has hinted that he expects Gonzalo Higuain to be a Chelsea player next season.
The Blues drew 1-1 at Manchester United on Sunday afternoon – a result that leaves destiny in their own hands with regards to a top four finish.
Higuain led the line at Old Trafford, although his performance frustrated many supporters, with a constant knack for getting offside proving an issue.
It hasn’t been a wholly convincing spell at Chelsea from the Argentina since joining in January, with many predicting he will not be retained beyond the end of the season.
Speaking after the draw with United, however, Sarri said the 31-year-old’s future may lie in west London:
In theory, yes.
It’s difficult to adapt to the Premier League. I think in the next season he will be able to score a lot.
Higuain has only scored four goals in 12 starts for the Blues, often looking like a player past his best.
It may simply be a case of adjusting to the Premier League, however, with next season potentially seeing the striker hit top gear.
