5 key Zouma stats that show defender's importance to Chelsea

With the experienced Thiago Silva guiding him, Zouma has really come into his own at the back for Chelsea. The Blues are on a run of 1 goal conceded in 6 games, and Zouma's contribution cannot be overlooked.

Amongst the Chelsea defenders, Zouma currently has:

• Most interceptions (9)
• Most recoveries (28)
• Most clearances (36)
• Most aerial duels won (27)
• Most goals (3)

It is fantastic to see the Chelsea man put his injury woes aside to regularly come up with the goods for Chelsea.

Do you think Zouma is the man to lead Chelsea's defence in the long-term?