Praise Sarri tips Hudson-Odoi to become one of football's biggest stars

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri believes Callum Hudson-Odoi can become one of Europe’s best players.

The 18-year-old was finally given a first Premier League start, as the club beat Brighton 3-0 on Wednesday.

Hudson-Odoi played the full 90 minutes and set up Olivier Giroud for the opening goal.

Sarri, whose side moved level on points with fourth-placed Arsenal, told Sky Sports: “Callum started for the first time in the Premier League but he has played 20 matches or so for us.

“I was sure about him. He played very well, and an assist for the first goal. He defended very well, and for us this is very important. This is very helpful for us.

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