Chelsea winger Christian Atsu has enjoyed playing for Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez this season.

Atsu hopes to make permanent a £6.5million move in the coming weeks. For after loan spells at Everton and Bournemouth brought just five top-flight appearances, this finally feels like home.

"Okay… I know I'm very small, but I also have a very big heart. It does not matter how small you are, I go to win - in football and in life," he told the Daily Mail.

"It just didn't work for me at Everton or Bournemouth. I am more focused in my life now. I have forgotten what happened in the past. You need to be in the moment.

"It is my dream to play in the Premier League, that is why I signed for Chelsea. Everyone in Ghana watches our football. Now I have that chance. Rafa Benitez has helped me so much this year, he is not only a great coach, but a great man."