Former France coach Raymond Domenech confesses he's a huge fan of N'Golo Kante.

The Chelsea midfielder faces a month on the sidelines after being injured while on international duty this past week.

Domenech has no doubts Kante's absence is a blow for Chelsea, citing his importance now for club and country.

He told L'Equipe: "When there's Kante, yes, the game convinces me. He is essential, he stabilises, balances, and can allow the offensive sector to free itself.

"This player has a rare ability to organize a collective."