N’ Golo Kante’s role in the Chelsea formation has attracted the reaction of a former Dutch international and ex Chelsea manager, Rudd Gullit.
Sarri have opted that Kante play a more attacking role in the Chelsea squad. He described Sarri’s decision on the France international as strange, saying he is not a goalscorer.
“Jorginho is the man Sarri has brought with him from Napoli to channel Chelsea’s play through,” Gullit told BBC Sport.
“He was heavily involved at St James’ Park [against Newcastle] but, in a game like this, that is an easier job to do, popping the ball around without being pressed.
“Generally in England, though, he will be asked to play at a higher pace and make quicker decisions.
“You do not get any chance of easy build-up, like you would in Italy. So far he has been Okay, but let us see how it goes for the rest of the season.
“One of the knock-on effects of Jorginho coming in is N’Golo Kante’s move into a more advanced role.
