It has been a difficult few weeks for Mateo Kovacic.
The Croatia international has struggled with injury recently and has not been able to find a place in Frank Lampard’s starting XI on a regular basis.
He has been included in the initial line-up just once in the last five matches.
That one start came against Ajax on Wednesday in the Champions League, with the injuries to Ross Barkley and N’Golo Kante giving him the chance to play in central midfield alongside Jorginho.
The former Real Madrid man took his opportunity fantastically, putting in a controlled and calm display as he helped Chelsea to a 1-0 win at the home of the Godenzonen.
That's our best signing… Real Madrid really lost a gem… Kovacic has filled the loop holes we had as Kante has been injured!
— bj denning (@denning_bj) October 24, 2019
He was a Lion. I didn't see him lose concentration for once. MOTM for me
— ابو ﻧﺎﻳﻠﺔ (@KadAh_King) October 23, 2019
MOTM performance for sure. He was absolutely exceptional today
— Nicomunongo (@Nicomunongo1) October 23, 2019