Claude Makelele has said N'Golo Kante can become one of the best defensive midfielders in the world.
Kante, who signed for the Blues in the summer for £30million from Leicester City, has made five appearances for Antonio Conte's side this season.
Makelele, who became famous for playing just ahead of the defence, sees a lot of Kante in himself when he was playing for Chelsea and Real Madrid.
The 43-year-old would protect those behind him by intercepting passes while being able to start attacks from deep positions.