Chelsea 2-1 Aston Villa: 5 Talking Points & Tactical Analysis | Premier League 2019-20 

3. Mason Mount buries his purists with an all-round display

Mason Mount brought his finishing acumen into the game in sumptuous style

For reasons unknown to many, Mason Mount of all people has come under some scrutiny for his performances, apparent lack of creativity and goal involvement of late. The fact of the matter is that he is just 20. And despite the same, he has amassed five goals and added two more assists already this season. What has gone unnoticed is his work ethic and defensive maturity.

By defensive maturity, we refer to his timely track-backs, smart covering at the back whenever Chelsea are shorn of a player in a particular position and lastly, for being a tormenting presence everywhere.

His runs free up Tammy Abraham, while his link-up play with the wingers add cohesion and direction to the Chelsea play. Mount is simply brilliant on the dead ball, and he's already shown us the best of composure and class in front of goal.

He's always in and around the 18-yard box, picking up pieces and occupying free zones - just as he did today when he fired in the volley.

He's got rockets in his locker, too. There's a long way to go for the 20-year-old, and if groomed and backed the right way, his potential is scary.