Chelsea hero Frank Sinclair says the club needs to keep hold of Michy Batshuayi.

Under Frank Lampard's stewardship, Batshuayi has been given another chance to impress.

He's been deployed primarily as an impact sub - although now has five goals in 11 games and Sinclair reckons the talented forward is worth persevering with.

"He needs time just like everyone else at the football club," he told the Daily Star.

"His goals speak louder than anything. If he continues to come on in games when needed and get vital goals, then I can't see a problem.

"I'm a Chelsea fan myself and I appreciate his input this season and whenever he's been called upon at Chelsea.

"You've got to remember he's still a relatively young player as well.

"His goals per minute this season - and throughout his career - is phenomenal.

"He scores goals at a quicker rate than some other top players."