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Antonio Conte hails Chelsea star: He’d play in goal if I asked him to
ANTONIO CONTE has hailed Chelsea star Cesar Azpilicueta’s versatility.
Cesar Azpilicueta has been in fabulous form for Chelsea this term
Azpilicueta opened his Premier League account with a goal in the 4-3 win over Watford last night.
The Spain international has played every game for the Blues this season.
And Conte thinks Azpilicueta would play in goal if asked to.
Antonio Conte thinks Cesar Azpilicueta is very versatile
He played in wing-back, scored one goal and could have scored more. He is having an amazing season
“It is a massive season for him. He has played in a fantastic way and when you have this type of player it is great for the club,” Conte said.
“If I ask him to go and put on the gloves and to play in goal he is ready.
"He is a model footballer and he can play in different roles.
Chelsea's Cesar Azpilicueta gives tutorial on how to pronounce his name
“When you have this type of player it is great for the coach.
“He played in wing-back, scored one goal and could have scored more. He is having an amazing season."
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