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The level is higher, the competition is good' - Jorginho welcomes fight for places at Chelsea

Chelsea midfielder Jorginho insists he is happy to be involved in a battle for playing time this season, despite a lack of action recently.

The Blues have started the season well both domestically and internationally, sitting third in the Premier League while also clinching progression to the Champions League last 16 with two group games to spare.

Jorginho has been a regular contributor for his side this season but has not started a Premier League match since October and did not get off the bench in his side's past two league matches.

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Still, the Italy international has welcomed the increased competition in the squad, which is set to intensify even further with the return of Billy Gilmour from a long-term knee injury.