Chelsea were this time a couple of goals down a mere 20 minutes into the game, and Maresca’s decision to consign Enzo Fernandez to the bench was not paying off. Reece James was not his usual physical presence in midfield, and Malo Gusto was given a torrid time of it at right-back by Anthony Gordon and others.

One pundit says that Chelsea are going to be around now after an impressive display against Arsenal last night. Despite not winning the game, Chelsea for me were the better team against Arsenal last night despite playing 60 minutes of the match with ten men.

Chelsea's reported recruitment plans could spell trouble for both Romeo Lavia and Dario Essugo, who have struggled with injuries this season.