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David Luiz admits to missing Champions League anthem as Chelsea battle for top-four finish

David Luiz admits a season away from elite European competition for Chelsea has left him missing the Champions League anthem.

The Blues have been regulars on the grandest of continental stages in recent times.

Roberto Di Matteo even oversaw a first success back in 2012 as Bayern Munich were edged out in a thrilling penalty shootout.

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Chelsea have, however, had to make do with Europa League football this season after finishing fifth in the Premier League under Antonio Conte in 2017-18.

The hope is that a top-four finish can be secured this term, with Maurizio Sarri seeing his side sat fourth as things stand, with Luiz admitting that everyone in west London is desperate to secure a Champions League berth.