Ray Wilkins has joined the chorus of those praising Chelsea captain John Terry.

The 34-year old centre-back has been at his best this season as the Blues hone in on a first Premier League title since 2010 and his consistent performance in the heart of defence has not been lost on former coach Wilkins.

"John is John. He's just a fantastic defender and he's a throwback," Wilkins told 'The Morning View' on Sky Sports News HQ.

"John has never had any pace but importantly for him the first 10 yards are in his head. He reads the game so well. Wherever the ball is he's in the right position in relation to where the ball is.

"He sticks his head in the way of the ball and defends properly and I think he's been the basis from where Chelsea have sprung from."