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Romelu Lukaku is hailed 'excellent' by former Chelsea midfielder Gus Poyet - as he claims Thomas Tuchel's side could have been beating Brighton by more at half-time if the players around him 'were in a better mood'

Former Chelsea midfielder Gus Poyet has waxed lyrical about his old club's striker Romelu Lukaku following his performance at home to Brighton.

The £98million forward put the Blues ahead on the half-hour mark to add to the header he notched in a 3-1 win at Villa Park on Boxing Day.

Chelsea were left to rue missed chances as Brighton salvaged a point through a stoppage-time Danny Welbeck equaliser.

Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku
Former Blues midfielder Gus Poyet
The u00a398million forward put the Blues ahead on the half-hour mark against Brighton

But Poyet, who made over 100 league appearances for the west London club, hailed Lukaku for his display.