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N'Golo Kante Says He Is 'Enjoying' Attacking Role Under Manager Maurizio Sarri

Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante has said he is "enjoying" the new role he's been playing under manager Maurizio Sarri.

The Blues boss has made the decision to push Kante into a more advanced position on the field this season, with Jorginho the man tasked with sitting deep and dictating play in front of the defence.

It's a call that's left some supporters miffed, as Kante is regarded by many as the standout defensive midfielder in world football.

Speaking ahead of his team's showdown with Manchester City in the Carabao Cup on Sunday, the Frenchman said he is relishing the shift, per Nizaar Kinsella of Goal:

"It is something possible [to play Jorginho's role], but the manager decides.