Chelsea defender David Luiz has heaped praise on manager Maurizio Sarri, claiming the Italian’s positive approach has been a key reason for the Blues’ strong start to the season, the Evening Standard report.
The former banker has impressed since taking over from former boss Antonio Conte, guiding the Blues to third in the Premier League from the opening seven games, without tasting defeat.
Luiz, who featured heavily in Chelsea’s 2016-17 title winning campaign, has also enjoyed a solid run in the side after falling out of favour with Conte, playing every minute for the Blues in the league so far.
Talking to Chelsea TV, Luiz was full of praise for his manager, admitting he is enjoying playing under the 59-year-old.
Sarri is giving us a lot of happiness to play football. We are trying to enjoy. He gives us a lot of confidence. He shows us what he wants. He gives us the details about the game. He works hard in every situation. And also as a human he’s a fantastic person.
Every single day he says to us ‘you have the best job in the world, so you have to enjoy’. You have to try to do this with a big smile. Many people in the world don’t have this privilege.
Luiz was also quick to mention Eden Hazard’s influence on the current Chelsea side, with the Belgian scoring in the Blues’ 1-1 draw with Liverpool on Saturday evening.
When asked about Hazard, Luiz said:
He’s one of the best for sure. What he is doing is great. I am so happy for him. He’s a big friend and a big player, and he had another amazing game. He is doing better and better every week.
