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Chelsea winger Madueke reveals Cole coaching influence

Chelsea winger Noni Madueke has revealed that he is working on his game with a club legend.

The England Under-21 star netted two goals in a win over Serbia on Thursday night.

Madueke, who has not set Stamford Bridge alight since signing from PSV Eindhoven in January, is determined to reach his potential.

“Ash takes a very personal approach with bettering my game," explained Madueke regarding his relationship with ex-Chelsea great Ashley Cole, who is assistant coach for the England Under-21s.

“I'm extremely good in one-on-one situations, but I could probably score and assist more, so he's on me with that type of stuff.

“I got two good finishes against Serbia - one more like the goals I usually score, and one one-touch finish, so I'm proud.

“One thing I've got to add to my game is the easier goals, the one-touch goals - that's what I'm trying to improve.

“I work very hard on the last bit. I know I go at such pace that sometimes I've got to calm down at the last moment, take a breath and then slot it away."

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