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Chelsea fans have found a Mikel Obi regen after youngster Lesley Ugochukwu left them purring for more after his latest cameo for the Blues.
One of Chelsea’s summer signings Lesley Ugochukwu has drawn comparisons with club legend Mikel John Obi having warmed his way into the hearts of fans.
Ugochukwu made his second appearance of the season for the Blues in a convincing win against Luton Town at Stamford Bridge on Friday night.
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OFFICIAL: Chelsea sign French midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu from Rennes
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Chelsea are set to announce French wonder kid Lesley Ugochukwu after agreeing on a transfer fee with Rennes.
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Ugochukwu impresses Chelsea fans
While Raheem Sterling stole the show after his brilliant brace against the Premier League newbies, Luton, Ugochukwu also received praise for his cameo.
The 19-year-old French-born Nigerian was a late substitute as he came on for Chelsea’s other scorer, Nicolas Jackson, another summer signing, for the game's final minutes.
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Ugochukwu’s appearance against Luton was the second of the season after he got a cameo in the season opener against Liverpool at Stamford Bridge.
In the seven minutes he lasted on the pitch, the talented midfielder completed 100 per cent of his passes and showed good and intelligent touches on the ball.
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Ugochukwu compared to Mikel Obi
The display from the youngster, who joined from Rennes, drew comparisons with Nigerian legend, Mikel Obi, one of the most decorated players in Chelsea and for Nigeria.
Mikel joined in the summer of 2003 and spent 11 years at Stamford Bridge making 372 appearances for the Blues.
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During his time at the club, Chelsea won the Champions League and Europa League, he also won the League Cup twice, and the FA Cup four times.
Here are some reactions from Chelsea fans who want to see more of Ugochukwu, their new Mikel Obi.
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