As featured on NewsNow: Football news

Chelsea fullback Filipe accepts backup role - for now

Chelsea fullback Filipe Luis has no complaints playing second fiddle to Cesar Azpilicueta.

The Brazilian made a £16m move from Atletico Madrid in the summer but has made just two Premier League starts.

Jose Mourinho has instead opted to play Azpilicueta at left-back.

But Luis told Marca: "I've nearly always been in the starting XI and this is a new situation for me - but I think it's a fair one.

"The team is playing very well. We're winning matches and conceding few goals.

"There's not much to say really but I'll try to make the most of the chances I get.

"Only time will tell how far we can go. We have a good enough squad to take on anyone, although we are a bit short of players, but we have to take what comes our way.

"We fight against any opposition while always keeping our feet firmly on the ground."

 For the big stories and the banter follow us on Twitter: @tribalfootball

Video of the day:

About the author

Tribal Football Staff

×

Subscribe and go ad-free

For only $10 a year

  1. Go Ad-Free
  2. Faster site experience
  3. Support great writing
  4. Subscribe now
Launch Offer: 2 months free
×

Subscribe and go ad-free

For only $10 a year

Subscribe now
Launch Offer: 2 months free