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Jorginho & Kante are the first names on Sarri's team-sheet - Wise

The legendary former Blues captain has also called for Ruben Loftus-Cheek to stay at the club, as he assesses changes in midfield under the new boss

Dennis Wise has launched a defence of Maurizio Sarri's Chelsea selection in midfield and thinks people don't understand the roles of Jorginho and N'Golo Kante under their new boss.

Chelsea had come in for praise after racking up an 18-game unbeaten streak this season, but have faltered due to back-to-back away defeats, which has led to the club's midfield coming under increased scrutiny.

Wise is a former Blues captain and midfielder, playing 445 times and scoring 76 goals in the process.