Billy Gilmour’s decision to reject a loan move away from Chelsea already appears to be paying dividends.
The Scotland Under-21 international is yet to feature under new manager Thomas Tuchel, but is likely to play in the FA Cup fifth round tie at Barnsley on Thursday.
Speaking in his press conference ahead of the game, Tuchel praised the progress that Gilmour has made at Chelsea.
“Right now he is one of four players for central midfield, with (Mateo) Kovacic, Jorginho and N’Golo Kante,” said Tuchel.
“That makes it not easy for Billy to find his place, but he is the number four right now in my head, and to be the number four out of two positions is a pretty good start for Billy.