We keep going on about Michael Essien being like a new signing for us but it’s true isn’t it?
Essien’s always been a really important player for us, particularly in games where a bit of midfield muscle is required. Today is likely to be one of those games against a physical Blackpool side and ahead of the game, Carlo Ancelotti acknowledges again how good it is to have the Beast back.
The Chelsea boss says “His contribution is fantastic and we missed him last year. His injury was very bad for us. But he has come back very well. It is not easy after one year out to play like he is now. He is well, confident and starting to score goals. He has scored three in two games and we hope he will be fit for all the year. Essien is very important because a lot of games here are physical. It is very important to have the power he has. He is a fantastic new signing for us.”
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