Chelsea interim manager Guus Hiddink believes John Terry is just as influential for the Blues now as he was during Hiddink's first spell at Stamford Bridge in 2009.

Terry popped up to score the equalising goal in the 98th minute of Chelsea's 3-3 draw with Everton on Saturday, earning himself high praise from the Dutch manager.

"His commitment is huge for this team and for the club, not just with his equalising goal, but with his attitude and the actions he did defensively and offensively," Hiddink said.

"For me, there's not much (difference) between John in 2009 and now. For me, you would have to underline that with data. You can say 'hey, make a test and say he has lost some speed', but I cannot see that.

"He's fit, he trains well, he takes care of himself, takes a good rest, which you have to do at that age. I cannot see that he is slowing down a bit."