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Bobby Vincent

Graham Potter has already proven why Chelsea's £20m wonderkid could have big role this season

With Chelsea not having a game this weekend, the Blues played a behind-closed-doors friendly against Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday.

Those who did not start in Wednesday's draw with FC Salzburg took part in the friendly match against Graham Potter's former side. Chelsea came out 2-1 victors with youngster Carney Chukwuemeka scoring both goals for the Blues.

The 18-year-old, who signed for Chelsea for around £20million from Aston Villa over the summer transfer window, is yet to feature for the club's first-team this season. football.london understands Chukwuemeka held a conversation with Thomas Tuchel before signing for Chelsea where he was assured he would have a prominent role with the senior squad this term.

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