Timo Werner netted twice as Chelsea cruised to a six-goal demolition of Southampton, handing Thomas Tuchel a glimpse into the 26-year-old's true capacity. His display was archetypal of the mouth-watering form which initially courted the Blues interest nearly two years ago.
The Germany international opened his account at St Mary's with a composed finish after galloping forward into acres of spaces and then rounding the goalkeeper. Werner netted his second no more than five minutes into the second-half after N'Golo Kante's chipped effort was palmed into his path.
He combined well with fellow countryman Kai Havertz and Mason Mount in what proved to be a free-flowing strike force. The striker, who has struggled to adapt to life in the Premier League, looks to have made the first steps towards warranting his £49m price tag.
