Graham Potter's first seven games in charge as Chelsea boss has been near-perfect, with five victories collected alongside two draws against RB Salzburg and Brentford. The Blues boss has made minor changes to the side that was used by Thomas Tuchel and he has reaped the rewards.
Chelsea currently occupy fourth place in the Premier League table after collecting 10 points out of a possible 12, leaving them seven points behind league leaders Arsenal. The change in fortunes is largely credited by the players inherited into the starting line-up by Potter.
Goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga was second fiddle behind Edouard Mendy in the opening six league games of the season, but has started all seven games under Potter - keeping five clean sheets. A string of fine performances to deny Aston Villa, Brentford and AC Milan has warranted the Spaniard to receive praise from pundits.
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Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown is the latest to speak highly of the 28-year-old shot-stopper in his Daily Mail column ahead of tonight's clash against Manchester United. He also highlighted Mateo Kovacic's influence in midfield too.
"In his seven games in charge, Potter has already used five different formations, and credit must go to the players for being so flexible," he wrote.
"Raheem Sterling has been used as a wing-back, inside forward and a striker. Mason Mount as a midfielder, No 10 and inside forward.
"They’re playing in multiple positions, and Mateo Kovacic is a reliable busy bee in midfield and Kepa Arrizabalaga has been inspired, taking the fresh start he’s been afforded under his new manager.
"I’m sure Potter will have a tactical surprise up his sleeve for United but Ten Hag should trust his own tactics after Wednesday."
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