Conte encouraged by Musonda and Kenedy progress
September 22, 2017 14:29 MYT
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte has hailed the recent contributions of Charly Musonda and Kenedy, insisting the young pair will be given further opportunities to shine this season.
Both players scored in their first appearances of 2017-18 as the Blues cruised past Nottingham Forest 5-1 in the EFL Cup on Wednesday.
"I think this is the right way as the season is very long."
Another young player Conte hopes will make a big impact this season is France international Kurt Zouma, who is on loan at the Potters and not eligible to play this weekend.
Conte knows how important this term is for the powerful defender, who penned a six-year deal in July- and is looking forward to welcoming him back to Stamford Bridge at the end of the campaign.
"For Kurt, this season is very important to play," he added. "After a really bad injury, not a simple injury – don't forget he broke his leg in a bad way.
"He's playing very well. It's a pleasure for me to see him play regularly. He can improve.