Khvicha Kvaratskhelia continues to show why he is one of the most exciting players in world football at present. The 22-year-old is still only in his first season in the top level of European football, having joined Napoli from Dinamo Batumi last summer.
The Georgian international, who has been given the nickname “Kvaradona” since making the move to Naples, earned Diego Maradona comparisons in Saturday’s 2-0 victory over Atalanta, in which he scored a fantastic goal to give his side the lead.
Kvaratskhelia has been in electric form this season. The goal against Atalanta was his 13th of the season in 28 appearances, despite having played from the wing for the majority of the campaign. On top of that, he has 15 assists, which equates to one goal contribution per game on average.
Real Madrid are well aware on the quality that Kvaratskhelia possesses, and club officials are continuing to keep tabs on him ahead of this summer’s transfer window, according to MD.
However, Napoli are very unwilling to sell Kvaratskhelia, who has a contract at the club until 2027. Nevertheless, Real Madrid will be boosted by the fact that the player is a supporter of the club, with his idol growing up having been Guti.
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What a win, eh! There's a lot to be looking forward to for Chelsea fans at the moment and next weeks clash with Everton can't come sooner.
Graham Potter was absolutely delighted with the Blues' performance against Leicester City but he'll have already set his sights on getting stuck into the Toffees next weekend. The 47-year-old will be desperate to build upon a third successive victory as his project finally begins to take shape.
Off the pitch, it's just as hectic. Mason Mount still hasn't penned a new deal at Stamford Bridge, meanwhile Harry Kane continues to be told to leave Tottenham and join either Chelsea or Manchester United.
So, with that said, stay with us throughout the day on football.london as we bring you all the latest news as the Blues turn their attention to Everton next weekend.
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Graham Potter issued a glowing review of Mykhailo Mudryk following Chelsea's win over Leicester City. After several games out of the limelight, the 22-year-old impressed at the King Power Stadium and marked his return with an assist.
Mudryk was a constant threat to the Foxes' backline, operating in a more central role compared to his previous appearances where he's looked to hug the left-wing. The Ukraine international relished his opportunity in the side and he almost scored had the fine margins of Brendan Rodgers' offside trap not caught him red-handed.
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Chelsea have eased the pressure facing manager Graham Potter by winning their last three games in all competitions. The Blues have were winless in their six games prior to the 1-0 victory against Leeds last weekend, following that up with a 2-0 win in the Champions League round of 16 second-leg against Borussia Dortmund.
Enzo Fernandez has been consistently been one of the best players on the pitch despite the inconsistencies Potter has faced since replacing Thomas Tuchel at Stamford Bridge. The Argentine midfielder has continued his brilliant from that helped his nation win the World Cup in Qatar and proven to be a crucial signing after completing a British record transfer move from Benfica in January.
Fernandez has provided two assists in six Premier League appearances so far since joining the Blues, with his latest goal contribution coming in the 3-1 win against Leicester on Saturday afternoon. Potter praised the midfielder in his post-match press conference and believes he will only get better the longer he is at the club.
It seems the love Potter and the fans have for Fernandez goes both ways judging by his celebrations after Mateo Kovacic secured the three points against the Foxes with a brilliant volleyed finish. The Argentina international was ecstatic as the Blues grabbed their third goal of the game as he pulled off a huge knee slide in front of the travelling support before jumping in the air and pumping his fists before joining his teammates in celebrating.
Enzo in the third goal celebrations -@charliepatrick0pic.twitter.com/qU2WE045Ou
Chelsea won their third successive game in all competitions after beating Leicester City 3-1 at the King Power Stadium on Saturday. Goals from Ben Chilwell, Kai Havertz and Mateo Kovacic saw the Blues take all three points as they look to build momentum heading into the final 12 games of the Premier League season.
The west London outfit have improved significantly in the last week and look a much more stable and complete side compared to earlier in the season. Chilwell has continued his impressive form as he netted against his former side, whilst Havertz scored his second goal in as many games following his winner against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League round of 16 second-leg clash at Stamford Bridge earlier this week.
Joao Felix was unfortunate to have a goal ruled out for offside before he was dragged off at half-time in place of Conor Gallagher. The substitute helped gain control of the game in midfield and pulled off a brilliant goal line clearance to maintain the Blues' lead as they now prepare to face Everton next week.
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Former Chelsea midfielder Florent Malouda has urged Harry Kane to 'forget rivalries' and spearhead a trophy charge under Graham Potter next season. The 29-year-old striker faces an increasingly uncertain future at Tottenham after entering the final 18 months of his contract.
Speaking to DAZN Bet, the Frenchman said: "Chelsea should definitely join the race for Harry Kane. Kane is a world-class player who knows the Premier League, and it is an era where Chelsea need a striker with his goalscoring record and the ambition to win trophies.
"If Kane ever leaves Tottenham, it will be because of the lack of trophies. Kane would be a great signing, but I’d be surprised if he left Tottenham for Chelsea because of the rivalry. It’s not like leaving Tottenham for Arsenal, but to leave Tottenham for Chelsea, I’d be surprised but anything is possible. He’s a great option for any club in the Premier League, and for Chelsea he’d be a great pick."
Graham Potter issued a glowing review of Mykhailo Mudryk following Chelsea's win over Leicester City. After a several games out of the limelight, the 22-year-old impressed at the King Power Stadium and marked his return with an assist.
"He'll get better and better," the Chelsea boss said. "He's a young player that hasn't that much experience, so each game he'll get better and better.
"His attitude is fantastic, he wants to help the team and work with the team. I'm delighted he got an assist and helped us."
Chelsea have won three games in a row as they continue to ease the pressure facing manager Graham Potter. The Blues endured a dismal run of form in all competitions prior to the 1-0 win against Leeds last week, before following that up with a 2-0 win against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League - booking their place in the last eight.
It was fairly even in the opening exchanges but Chelsea took the lead through an emphatic Ben Chilwell volley against his former team. The Blues left-back was booed with every touch, so he made sure the Foxes supporters knew all about his goal when celebrating.
Joao Felix had a goal ruled out for offside before the Atletico Madrid loanee lost the ball cheaply on the edge of his penalty box, allowing Patson Daka to capitalise and equalise. Kai Havertz scored his second goal in two games with a delicate chip on the stroke of half-time, before Mateo Kovacic sealed the three points with a clever volleyed finish in the second half.
Potter has proved a lot of doubters wrong with Chelsea now having won three consecutive games with the performance level looking to have improved significantly. football.london takes a look at how the national media reacted to the result on Saturday afternoon against Leicester.
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Brentford boss Thomas Frank has joked that David Raya could snub a move to either Manchester United or Chelsea in the summer if the Bees manage to qualify for next season's Champions League.
"I think we need to get into the Champions League and then he would consider it," said Frank. "I love David as a keeper. I think he is fantastic. Of course I am biased because I work with him every single day, but I really believe he is one of the best in the Premier League. He is top three or top five."Right now he is a Brentford player and he is a big part of our success. Let’s see what is happening in the summer. If someone wants to come and buy him, he is very expensive. For me, at least £40million plus, no doubt about that.
"We are lucky enough, so prepared in any position. No matter what happens, we will be able to at least contact a player. They don’t always want to come, but we do our best to persuade them. Of course, we are prepared for any scenario."
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