Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella has described 2024 as the most rewarding year of his professional career, revealing that a difficult injury setback ultimately changed his outlook on football and life.
The Spain international enjoyed a memorable year, helping his country win the UEFA European Championship while becoming an increasingly influential figure for Chelsea. Softfootball understands Cucurella reflected on his remarkable journey during an interview with Marca, admitting that adversity played a major role in his development.
Looking back on the year, Cucurella said:
The best year of my career? Up until now, yes. I think there was a bit of everything. It was also a tough year because I had an injury, but I think that injury changed my life a bit, the way I see everything.
The full-back also revealed that an unexpected switch to right-back proved to be a turning point in his season. He said:
There was a cup game where both right-backs were missing, and the manager called me and said, ‘Have you ever played right-back?’ I told him not very often, but I felt good and had confidence. he added
