Frank Lampard described Edouard Mendy’s functionality in his Chelsea debut against the Spurs as “very good. “The Senegalese made some forced stops in Les Bleus’ defeat in the Carabao Cup.
Lampard highlighted one of the striker’s “particularly smart stops” at the post-match press conference, before adding that he was satisfied with “all matches” of Mendy’s game.
According to Sky Sports, Chelsea signed Rennes’ 28-year-old to a contract of 22 million pounds. Mendy made his first stops for the Blues excellently with a magnificent double save.
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Mendy denied Spurs debutant Sergio Reguilón a good tackle in the 49th minute of the draw, after Chelsea opened thanks to a well-worked play on Jose Mourinho’s side.
Memories of Chelsea enthusiasts in performances prone to Kepa Arrizabalaga’s mistakes may temporarily fade if Mendy can continue playing like this, it will be nice to see if Lampard will give former Rennes ace his first Premier League start in this weekend’s clash with Crystal. Palace.
Mendy’s overall functionality was very encouraging, the ace failed to get close to the consequences in the shooting, but he seemed comfortable everywhere.