Liam Rosenior has hinted that Chelsea's next generation could get a chance to shine when the Blues face Wrexham in the FA Cup on Saturday, with the head coach naming two academy prospects who travelled with the squad.
Liam Rosenior hailed Joao Pedro as "world class" after the Brazilian striker scored a superb hat-trick to inspire Chelsea to a commanding 4-1 comeback victory over Aston Villa at Villa Park.
Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior has reiterated his belief that Alejandro Garnacho will become a long-term success at Stamford Bridge, insisting the 21-year-old is "more than knocking on the door to start" ahead of the trip to Aston Villa.
Liam Rosenior has admitted he was frustrated by a controversial handball decision after Chelsea's 2-1 defeat to Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium, but conceded his side's set-piece problems cost them dearly.
Liam Rosenior has admitted his Chelsea side must be braver on the ball when they return to face Arsenal on Sunday, after conceding they were not "front-footed" enough in their recent defeat at the Emirates.
Liam Rosenior has confirmed that Reece James is fit to face Arsenal this weekend, although Marc Cucurella and Estevao Willian will both miss the trip to the Emirates.