But asked whether Enzo Fernandez ’s latest scoring contribution - a winning goal against Tottenham no less - evoked memories of Frank Lampard at his best, it was Enzo Maresca who, to his credit, squeezed the brakes.

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Enzo Fernandez was among players to react to Cole Palmer's Chelsea message after they beat Tottenham 1-0 at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea secured a massive win over Tottenham to reclaim fourth place in the Premier League table. A low-key London derby was settled early in the second half when Enzo Fernandez headed home Cole Palmer’s cross.

Chelsea, eager to bounce back, started strongly, buoyed by the return of Nicolas Jackson and Cole Palmer, with Noni Madueke waiting in the wings. They could have taken the lead within the first minute, but as the half progressed, anxiety began to creep into the stadium.

The Blues went into Thursday's London derby needing a response on the back of results earlier in the week seeing them drop down to sixth position in the Premier League table. However, a towering Enzo Fernandez header early in the second half ensured that Chelsea recorded a fourth successive win over their North London opponents at Stamford Bridge.

CHELSEA welcome fierce London rivals Tottenham to Stamford Bridge TONIGHT. Cole Palmer, Nicolas Jackson and Noni Madueke all return from injuries to feature for Enzo Maresca’s side. Chelsea