This is Chelsea’s dream January midfield including this key target

CM – Nemanja Matic

Alongside Kante is the brilliant Nemanja Matic, who is another Chelsea player who has improved wholesome on last season’s efforts under Conte.

The Serbian international was a key part of the Blues team that won the title under Jose Mourinho back in 2015, but struggled for form under the Portuguese boss last season.

However, he is back to his best this time around, and has added a more attacking dimension to his game, given that he has laid on six assists so far this season – more than any other Chelsea player.

The partnership of Matic and Kante in the middle of the park has been integral to Chelsea’s recent run of stunning form, and it’ll be important throughout the rest of the campaign.