The Chelsea legendary defender, is one of the greatest players that have ever played for the club and in the Premier League. Chelsea has missed the leadership qualities of John Terry at the back since he left.
In this article, we will be looking at the player that is gradually following the footstep of John Terry at Chelsea. Christensen is also a Chelsea academy product, just like John Terry too.
Christensen is a modern and commanding defender, who combines strength and tackling ability with good technique and passing.
His ball–playing ability and capacity to read the game enabled him to form an effective central-defensive partnership with the more physical Antonio Rudiger, at Chelsea this season. Although, he has been criticized for his inconsistency, light body stature and lack of pace, by football pundits and some football fan.
In 2018, Chelsea manager Antonio Conte said the Dane had displayed great maturity adding that he has a lot of trust in Christensen. Under Frank Lampard this season, he has been out and in of the starting eleven.
But since the restart of the Premier League campaign, Christensen has been showing the glimpse of him being the next John Terry at the club.
He put out an outstanding Performance in the Chelsea’s 2–1 win against Manchester City, in their last Premier League game. This player is a player for the present for Chelsea, and for Chelsea’s future for 10 or 12 years. He can also become the captain of this team in the future.
Do you think Christensen is capable of becoming a top defender for Chelsea, just like John Terry?