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Maurizio Sarri Says Gonzalo Higuain 'Not in Good Shape' After Chelsea Transfer

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri has said newly acquired forward Gonzalo Higuain is currently "not in good shape."

The Italian was speaking after his side crumbled to a 4-0 loss against Bournemouth in the Premier League on Wednesday, their heaviest top-flight defeat since 1996.

After the game, Sarri was asked for his assessment of Higuain. The Blues boss said he expects the striker to improve, although currently he is feeling the effects of not playing too much football in recent weeks, per Sky Sport Italia (h/t Chris Davie of Metro).