Chelsea’s Kai Havertz was handed a surprise start by manager Thomas Tuchel as the Blues secured a comfortable 2-0 win against Everton last night.
The German international was given the chance to start in a ‘false nine’ role and he took his opportunity with both hands, completing 95.6% of his passes, as well being instrumental in both of his team’s goals.
Havertz’s performance yesterday evening was a long time coming, considering he has flattered to deceive for the most part since his £71m move from Bayer Leverkusen in the summer. Fans on Twitter are hoping this is a fresh start for the 21-year-old:
He looks like a man who’s been set free. Very encouraging.
— Mike (@mike021949) March 8, 2021
Best player on the pitch.
— Kendall (@desmond_sunj) March 8, 2021
Definitely motm
— billyblake (@billy__blake7_) March 8, 2021
The guy was on ? today
— oscardpen (@oscardpen9) March 8, 2021
He was spectacular.
— Joseph Adeyinka (@JosephAdeyinka8) March 8, 2021
This is how he will silent his haters
— Eazy (@Eazymayaki) March 8, 2021
MOTM for sure. So far.
— Michael L (@montana_raider) March 8, 2021
Best player on the field today. That says a lot going forward.
— Dr Mantis Toboggan MD. (@Fred_Jackson__) March 8, 2021
As Havertz said himself after the game, it can be difficult to adapt to a new league, and it also can’t be forgotten that he has spent lengthy spells out due to the virus and injuries. The forward will be keen to make up for lost time between now and the end of the season.