Carney Chukwuemeka's impression at Chelsea has been one that many wouldn't have expected to see so soon. The 19-year-old joined the Blues in the summer from Aston Villa for a fee in the region of £20million despite only starting three times for the west Midlands outfit.
The midfielder has been one figure at Stamford Bridge that has revelled in the opportunities handed to him by Graham Potter amid the horrid run of form this season. Chukwuemeka has made 10 appearances for the Blues this campaign and has featured in the previous five games.
In Sunday's 1-0 win over Crystal Palace, Chukwuemeka was handed first start by Potter in response to the 2-1 defeat to London rivals Fulham last week. The teenager ultimately impressed before being replaced by Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang after the hour mark.