Maurizio Sarri dismisses criticism of his handling of N’Golo Kante (Metro)

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri believes he’s only getting criticism for playing N’Golo Kante in a more attacking role because of his side’s recent mediocre results.

The London club lost against Wolves at the weekend and have managed to win just two of their last five games.

Critics are pin-pointing Sarri’s use of Kante in a more attacking position as the reason why Chelsea have faltered recently.

The Frenchman is far more used to being deployed as a defensive midfielder, and being asked to adapt his style to attack more is not something he is used to.

However, the Italian manager is adamant Kante is suited to an attacking role as well and isn’t planning to change his tactics any time soon. Read more

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