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David Luiz hails the Rafa Benitez effect
CHELSEA defender David Luiz has hailed interim manager Rafael Benitez for transforming his game.
The 25-year-old Brazil international has emerged as Chelsea’s first-choice defender in recent weeks.
Luiz said: “Rafa Benitez has helped me a lot. I love the philosophy he puts to the Chelsea players. He gives me confidence to try shots and passes to help the team.”