Mason Mount says he was always ready for a pivotal role at Chelsea.
The 20-year-old has made the playmaker role his own in Frank Lampard's side this season.
"I was always ready," he said, when asked about his increasingly pivotal role in the team. "I've been at the club for a very long time so you've got to have belief in yourself and be ready for that opportunity.
"It probably did come a bit earlier than I expected, but I was ready and so fully focused on taking my opportunity and trying to play well. It's been brilliant and I'm loving every moment of it."
