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Joe Cole insists Kai Havertz is 'the way forward' for Chelsea ahead of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang after starring role against Bournemouth, with Tony Pulis claiming the 33-year-old is 'over the hill'

Former Chelsea star Joe Cole believes sticking with Kai Havertz up front is the 'way forward' for the Blues with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang playing more of a role off the bench.

Havertz started in place of Aubameyang and scored as Chelsea beat Bournemouth 2-0 in their first game back after the World Cup on Tuesday evening.

He also teed up Mason Mount for the second goal and Cole thinks he has solidified his place.

Kai Havertz played a starring role as Chelsea beat Bournemouth on Tuesday night
Joe Cole (centre) and Tony Pulis agreed that Havertz needs to retain his place up front

Joe Cole (centre) and Tony Pulis agreed that Havertz needs to retain his place up front

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