Chelsea manager Antonio Conte believes that fans should be patient when it comes to the performances of new signings.

Conte believes that it takes players some time to settle, not only in the area, but with the rest of the squad. It means that it may take a new player a few months before showing their true form.

"I am very happy to work with my players. It's normal when you are creating a base, you must have to have patience to work, especially with new players," he said.

"New players need a bit of time to adapt to our idea of football, to adapt themselves to this league. it's not simple, but the most important thing is to have the will to work and improve every day," he said in an interview.

Conte spoke about how the playing squad has increased to deal with the added demands of the season, and it means that it may take some time to find the right balance.

"We faced last season with only 13 players. This season we tried to add two or three players, and to have 16 senior players to face every competition," he continued.

"When you are starting a path, you must have patience, and then to build and bring in one or two players. It's not simple to face all the competitions in a moment you are building."

Chelsea suffered a disappointing defeat against West Ham at the weekend, but have a chance to bounce straight back with a game against Huddersfield midweek.