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Claude Makelele wonders whether N'Golo Kante is as good as him

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.

N'Golo Kante moved to Chelsea for u00a330million from Leicester City in the summer
N'Golo Kante moved to Chelsea for £30million from Leicester City in the summer
Claude Makelele became a legend for Chelsea during his five years at Stamford Bridge
Claude Makelele became a legend for Chelsea during his five years at Stamford Bridge

The 43-year-old would protect those behind him by intercepting passes while being able to start attacks from deep positions.