David Luiz says 'everybody is happy' after Man Utd win
The Blues duo both signed at Stamford Bridge this summer as part of Antonio Conte’s immediate changes.
And the ex-Leicester midfielder has so far proved an astute acquisition following his influential first campaign in the Premier League.
Kante crowned a dominating display against Jose Mourinho’s men with a surprising solo strike in the 4-0 win over United - and Chelsea players showed their appreciation.
Centre-back Luiz was quick to salute his workhorse team-mate after seeing him make a rare appearance on the scoresheet alongside Pedro, Gary Cahill and Eden Hazard.
“This guy is a special guy, a fantastic person and a fantastic player,” Luiz told The Sun on Kante.
“I think everybody saw, when he scored, that everybody was so, so happy for him.
“He is a totally amazing player and person and I am so happy for him.”
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The Brazilian also mocked Kante for his lack of goals by comparing him to a certain ex-United and current Real Madrid superstar.
Luiz added: “He scores a lot. In training he scores a lot, more than Ronaldo!”
Following Chelsea’s third successive clean sheet in the United victory, Conte is expected to stick with his 3-4-3 system which has helped both Kante and Luiz.
And both are set to travel to face West Ham on Wednesday night in the EFL Cup fourth round.