Valentin Barco records six statistical highs for Chelsea against Leeds

Chelsea midfielder Valentin Barco recorded team-high figures in six statistical categories during the win against Leeds. Barco led the match with 89 touches, 11 ground duels won, 13 defensive contributions, 4 fouls drawn, 3 interceptions, and 7 tackles. The performance included his first goal for the club. This outcome arrives as manager Xabi Alonso rotates the squad following the departure of Enzo Fernandez and an injury to Moises Caicedo. While Malo Gusto has recently started in the midfield role, the statistical output from this match positions Barco as a candidate for more starts in the current Premier League campaign. Alonso acknowledged responsibility for tactical adjustments made during the first half of the fixture.

• 10:20 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea midfielder tops stats in six categories as he shows Xabi Alonso what he can do