Kante backs Loftus-Cheek to shine

Midfielder

Ruben LoftusCheek has the qualities to play more regularly for Chelsea in the Premier League and must continue improving to secure a spot in the starting XI, teammate N’Golo Kante has said.

Loftus-Cheek spent last season on loan at Crystal Palace and his impressive displays earned a call-up to England’s World Cup squad. The 22-year-old remained at Stamford Bridge this season and is keen to break into manager Maurizio Sarri’s first team. “When I came to Chelsea Ruben was already here and for sure he is a good player. I think he’s ready to play,” Kante said. (Reuters)