3 reasons why Newcastle star Jamaal Lascelles would be a great signing for Chelsea

 Leadership

John Terry’s absence in the Chelsea defence has been easy to spot this season – given that the Blues simply lack direction without him.

He is Chelsea’s captain, and on the field, there is absolutely nobody better to command the Chelsea defence.

That makes the situation even more worrying, then, that if he does depart Chelsea this summer – the Blues could be left with a lack of leadership.

This is where Jamaal Lascelles comes in, with the Newcastle defender recently being given the captain’s armband by Rafa Benitez.

The ex-Chelsea boss has clearly seen something in the youngster, and that has translated onto the pitch with the Newcastle skipping commanding and dominating the Newcastle back line.

If Conte wants a leader to replace JT – look no further.