Ralph Hasenhuttl has hailed the performance of Armel Bella-Kotchap in Southampton's 2-1 win over Chelsea on Tuesday night.
The Saints manager singled out the 20-year-old summer signing for an impressive defensive display where he used his dominance to keep Chelsea at bay and secure all three points for Hasenhuttl's side.
His performance summed up Southampton's youthful exuberance, which saw them come back from 1-0 down to win the game thanks to goals from Romeo Lavia and Adam Armstrong.
German defender Bella-Kotchap celebrates Southampton's 2-1 win over Chelsea on Tuesday
However, it Bella-Kotchap who Hasenhuttl was singing the praises off after the game and championed his defender's physical capabilities.