Just seven years ago Edouard Mendy had no job and was told to forget a career in football... but now his brilliant work in goal has sent Chelsea into the Champions League final and finally solved their keeper crisis

Seven years ago Edouard Mendy was unemployed, now there are no questions over his job security as he continues to do fine work at Chelsea.

The Blues are through to this season's Champions League final courtesy of a 3-1 win on aggregate over 13-time winners Real Madrid. After earning a 1-1 draw out in Spain, Thomas Tuchel's booked their place in the May 29 final against Manchester City thanks to a 2-0 second leg win on Wednesday night.

While Timo Werner and Mason Mount earned the goalscoring plaudits, the work of goalkeeper Mendy cannot be ignored.