Gianfranco Zola is confident Maurizio Sarri is the right man to lead Chelsea forward provided he is given support and patience.
Club great Zola has been appointed the new manager's assistant as the Premier League side move on from the Antonio Conte era.
Sarri has spoken of his aim to instil a sense of fun at Stamford Bridge and appears set on implementing a more fluid playing style than that of his predecessor.
But seemingly mindful of owner Roman Abramovich's tendency for regular upheaval, Zola warned that his compatriot needs time to bring his vision to life.