Felix Magath says Andre Schurrle needs time to adapt at Chelsea [GETTY]
Schurrle started Chelsea's crunch Champions League tie with Galatasaray in midweek, but has been predominantly been used from the bench this season.
The German international has scored just three goals for his new side since the Blues paid Bayer Leverkusen £18million for his services last summer.
But Magath believes his compatriot needs time to adapt to life in England.
"When a player changes league they have to get used to it," he said.
"In every country the football is different so you have to adapt to the league.
"Some players need no time but most need a few months at least."
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