Chelsea 1-0 Bournemouth: 5 Talking Points & Tactical Analysis | Carabao Cup 2018-19

#5 Loftus-Cheek is an absolute gem of a player

Loftus-Cheek was a constant threat

Once again, Ruben Loftus-Cheek proved his worth to Maurizio Sarri. As the season wore on in the early days, the England international was shorn of opportunities. Sarri had openly claimed that he is fantastic in the technical and physical aspects, but not tactically.

Every time the 22-year-old drifted away from players and penetrated through the Bournemouth defence, it seemed like something was bound to happen. It's remarkable how he is so agile, technical and physical while dribbling.

He was the first one to beat Boruc but was denied by the frame of the goal. Even on that occasion, he illustrated skill of the highest order.

Be it on either side of the three-man midfield or down the wing, Loftus-Cheek has proven himself time and time again now. Also to add, he has enhanced options for Maurizio Sarri, owing to his versatility.

Ruben Loftus-Cheek's game by numbers vs. Bournemouth:85 touches63 passes (86% accuracy)4 take ons completed3 shots3 chances created2 interceptions1 shot hit woodwork 1 aerial duel wonPoint. Proven. pic.twitter.com/wkoBWatQYh

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