Frank Lampard on Chelsea Defense Rotation and Wonder kid Mason Mount

Welcome once again to the page that brings you all the latest news and updates from Stamford bridge Today we'll be focusing on the different defensive looks that Chelsea can adopt.   We'll also take a look at Cesar Azpilcueta who is nearing the end of his contract and finally talk about Mason Mount, the saviour of Saturday's clash with Fulham. Before we get into the video, make sure to subscribe, like and comment so we can bring you more videos. Kurt Zouma has been one of Frank Lampard’s most trusted players this season and prior to the game at Craven Cottage, he had played the most minutes of any Chelsea player. Chelsea,Chelsea fc,Lampard,Frank Lampard,Kurt Zouma,cesar azpilicueta,antonio rudiger,Thiago Silva,Silva,EPL,premier league,Football,Soccer,London,Fulham,Leicester,Leicester City,Vardy,Mason Mount,Mount,defense,defender,Spain,England,club,squad,manchester city,phil foden,antonee robinson,reece james,james,match winning Yet when the Blues side was confirmed, the Frenchman was only among the substitutes. Thiago Silva and Antonio Rudiger were the centre-back pairing. “Nothing bad on Kurt but it just felt like a change was needed,” Lampard told Sky Sports rather matter-of-factly before the contest. Zouma’s absence resulted in Silva moving across to the right side of central defence with Rudiger occupying the role normally filled by the Brazilian. It was a big decision from Lampard and one that largely paid off. Silva adapted seamlessly to the switch and unflustered throughout. Rudiger, meanwhile, wasn’t flawless with the ball but largely defended well, albeit against a side with ten men for the entire second half. And that presents a selection dilemma for Lampard on Tuesday night against Leicester City. Jamie Vardy will, fitness permitting, be the Foxes' biggest threat at the King Power Stadium and the Chelsea head coach must decide whether to stick with Silva and Rudiger after they helped the Blues keep a clean sheet or reintroduce Zouma, by far the quickest of the three, to counter the threat of the 34-year-old striker. Next we talk about Cesar Azpilicueta, one of Chelsea’s greatest defenders. Right-back, left-back, centre-back, the Spaniard has played the lot at Stamford Bridge and has done so at a level few could have predicted when he arrived for just £7 million from Marseille in the summer of 2012. Yet time waits for no player and Azpilicueta has struggled on occasion this season and questions are being asked about the 31-year-old, particularly when it comes to his waning ability against pace. That is largely because he has played an incredible amount of football over the course of his career; Azpilicueta has more minutes to his name in club football than Silva, five years his senior. He still has a role to play at the highest level and his experience is an invaluable asset in what is a young squad. But it’s tough watching Azpilicueta get taken advantage of on the right side of the Blues defence. Against Manchester City two weeks ago, Phil Foden gave him a torrid afternoon. And until he was dismissed, Antonee Robinson was having plenty of joy against the Chelsea nuber 28, easing beyond him on two occasions. Reece James has already established himself, when fit, as the Blues first-choice right-back. And with only 18 months remaining on his contract, a decision may have to be made in the summer over where Azpilicueta’s future lies. Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount continues his climb in Chelsea's pecking order. This may come as a shock but there are some people out there who don’t appreciate the 22-year-old and what he brings to this Chelsea team. I know, right? Mount is an excellent player: the perfect modern-day midfielder. He can beat players and fashion chances. His set-piece delivery is reliable. Out of possession, he presses well and reclaims the ball in important areas. Oh, and he can score goals. Not as many as he should – Lampard has made that point – but there is plenty of time for the England international to add a prolific string to an already very impressive bow. Yet what stood out against Fulham aside from his match-winning strike, was Mount, more than any other Chelsea player, was prepared to take responsibility. He was the man looking to make things happen, either by breaking behind the hosts’ defence from deep or finding pockets to link attacks. “His effort, attitude and quality of play today was outstanding,” Lampard said of his young midfielder who is his go-to guy. And it turns out the Chelsea boss wasn’t wrong. That's all from Chelsea for now. Stay tuned for more videos of news and updates. And please subscribe, like and comment as we continue to bring you more videos, thanks    • Frank Lampard on Chelsea Defense Rotation ...