Charly Musonda has received a huge boost at Chelsea.

HLN reports the Belgian youngster has been handed a squad number for the new season in a sure sign he will be part of manager Antonio Conte's new season plans.

Musonda has been handed the No17 shirt by Chelsea, with management also agreeing to have 'Musonda Jr' printed on its back.

The midfielder spent the first-half of last season on-loan with Real Betis before returning in January.

Conte regards Musonda highly, though is yet to select him for his first team.