Graham Potter addressed the media ahead of Chelsea's Premier League clash with Brentford on Wednesday evening.
Chelsea are beaming with confidence right now under Potter since his appointment at the start of last month. They are six games unbeaten, winning their last five following an opening game draw in the Champions League.
Along with the five victories, four of those have been with clean sheets which has seen Kepa Arrizabalaga cement his place in the side.
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Chelsea came out on top at the weekend against Aston Villa. A Mason Mount brace was enough to collect all three points at Villa Park, but they had Kepa to thank after he made several outstanding saves to preserve his clean sheet and Chelsea's win.
Potter now takes his side across the capital for a London derby in midweek to face Brentford, who are currently in ninth place following a 2-0 win over Brighton & Hove Albion on Friday night.
Here's what the Chelsea head coach had to say on Tuesday afternoon in his pre-match press conference:
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"It's as we were, no problems from the weekend."
Kepa Arrizabalaga
It's better to let football decide (on who is the number one). Kepa has done really well and been fantastically supported by Edou and Betts. Kepa's form is really pleasing for everybody.
"I've been really impressed with his character, personality, understands the game well, takes responsibility."
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Mason Mount
"It's a joy. He's a fantastic person, loves to play football and loves the club. Surprising I get questions over mixed opinion... I find it strange. He's got everything you need to be a top, top player."
Thiago Silva's involvement vs Brentford
"We need to make sure the recovery is right. No problems injury wise.
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"I have to involve him in the conversation (managing minutes). He's 38, he's really important for us. We have to manage him correctly and he has to be involved in the process."
Defensive record
"It's a credit to the players, you can't defend with a settled four or five because the games are relentless and challenges are huge. It's about the togetherness of the squad. If you're prepared to suffer, you give yourself a chance to get a clean sheet and win."
Brentford, Thomas Frank and Ivan Toney
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"Brentford are really good at what they do, Thomas has done a really good job. They make the most out of what they have, credit to Thomas and everyone at Brentford. They use Ivan Toney well, attack with clarity and defend with organisation.
"(I rate Frank) very (highly).
"They align the resources really cleverly. The way they play fits the players they have. Set plays very dangerous. Ivan Toney is as dangerous as anybody in the league. They have a spirit and understanding, really well motivated and organised. Credit to Thomas."
Denis Zakaria speculation over talks on future
"No decision has been made. Denis has been training well, ready to help the team. There is no talk of anything. He's an important member of the team, he's been patient and waiting for his chance."
Jorginho contract situation
"No update."
First six weeks at Chelsea
"Naturally, I'm not the most optimistic. You can't predict anything. It's gone fantastically well in terms of results. The way we feel in the team is really positive. It's only less than six weeks, a long way to go."
Topics: Chelsea, Graham Potter, Premier League, Brentford
Matthew Debono