Gianfranco Zola admits he is surprised at how quickly his compatriot Antonio Conte has taken to life at Chelsea.
Zola has long held the mantle of the most popular Italian at Stamford Bridge following a sparkling seven years at Stamford Bridge, but that title appears under threat after Conte's remarkable start since taking charge in the summer.
The former Italy and Juventus boss has guided the Blues to the top of the Premier League and his fellow countryman believes he deserves all the plaudits he is getting.
'I know how Antonio works, how good he is.