Despite a difficult start to the year, which saw just one win in 11 matches, Chelsea have begun to show signs of life under Graham Potter following three straight wins across two competitions. This improved spell of form coincided with a change in shape, as the Blues boss reverted to a back-three system and duly reaped the rewards.
Key to the uptick in results has been the performances of Chelsea's midfield. Since joining the club for £106million in January, Enzo Fernandez has been a constant figure in the middle of the park, regularly catching the eye for commanding and progressive displays.
During that same span of time, Mateo Kovacic has found minutes harder to come by, although through no fault of his own. A combination of calf problems and illness left him absent for games against Fulham, West Ham and Tottenham, but he did start in all three of his side's recent wins as he looks to build up some momentum.
