Gary Lineker: N'Golo Kante will become the best midfielder EVER if this happens
N’Golo Kante battles with Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba (Picture: Getty)
N’Golo Kante has the potential to become the best midfield player ever if he scores more goals, according to Gary Lineker.
The Frenchman has been a revelation in the Premier League since joining Leicester City in 2015, helping the Foxes storm to the title last season.
Kante’s performances caught the attention of several elite clubs and Chelsea secured his services over the summer in a deal worth £33million.
Covering virtually every blade of grass, Kante has maintained his sublime form this term and has been a vital cog in Antonio Conte’s side.
The midfielder is not renowned for his goalscoring prowess but registered his third league goal in England to fire Chelsea ahead against Manchester United in the FA Cup.
Kante found space outside the box and fired a shot past David De Gea as the Blues took control of the quarter-final clash.
And after the strike, Lineker – a Leicester supporter – said on twitter: ‘Bloody hell, if Kante starts scoring goals as well he’ll become the best midfield player ever.’
(Metro,UK)