Enzo Maresca acknowledged Mykhailo Mudryk's slower progress compared to his Chelsea teammates but praised the winger's impact in their 4-1 victory over Panathinaikos.
Chelsea cruised to a 4-1 win over Panathinaikos on an emotional night in Athens, with Joao Felix scoring twice to keep their perfect Conference League run intact.
Joao Felix promised to live up to his "competitive" Scorpio star sign and not to stop battling to force his way into head coach Enzo Maresca's plans following his return to Chelsea.
Chelsea are reportedly monitoring Nigerian striker Chrisantus Uche, following his impressive rise at La Liga side Getafe.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot said Curtis Jones was key at both ends of the pitch for the Reds in their crucial Premier League win over Chelsea at the weekend.
Liverpool returned to the top of the Premier League with a 2-1 victory against Chelsea thanks to a Curtis Jones winner.