Chelsea legend John Terry has assessed the Blues’ Premier League title prospects for the season.
Terry believes Chelsea can compete for the English top-flight crown, although he acknowledged their inconsistency in a number of matches this yr.
Chelsea presently sit third within the Premier League desk with 20 factors from 11 matches. Enzo Maresca’s aspect completed fourth final season.
When requested on a talkSPORT tv programme whether or not Chelsea are amongst this season’s title contenders, Terry mentioned, “Look, I’ve all the time believed we’re title contenders, except we’re not within the working [completely out of contention].
“Arsenal have a number of robust matches forward, internet hosting Tottenham Hotspur after which touring to face Chelsea, however to be sincere, Chelsea should first give attention to their very own speedy duties.
“It’s true that Chelsea have been inconsistent in some matches this yr, however I feel that is an inevitable a part of the expansion course of for a younger group, and finally we will certainly progressively shut in on the title race.”
