Conte backs Chelsea youngsters to shine

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Chelsea boss Antonio Conte says he expects to call upon youngsters such as Charly Musonda and Kenedy more as the season progresses.

Both players scored in the Carabao Cup thrashing of Nottingham Forest this week and Conte says they have shown they can be counted on when needed.

“I was pleased to see this type of performance from Charly and Kenedy and for sure these are two players with good prospects,” the Italian said on Friday.

“I think they will stay with us and if they stay in our squad it means we trust them and they have to continue in this way.

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“In the last game I felt a good atmosphere in the changing room – a good link between young players and old players.

“I think that is the right way because the season is very long and for sure I have to give opportunities to these players to show they are learning and are ready to help us.”

Meanwhile, Conte has reiterated that Kurt Zouma’s long-term future will be at Chelsea.

Zouma signed a new deal with the Blues before recently joining Stoke City on a season-long loan.