Paul Scholes has stated his belief that Chelsea are not ready for a title challenge this year - but could be serious contenders next season.
Things were looking rosy for Frank Lampard's side after they went nine games unbeaten in the Premier League following their defeat to Liverpool in September.
But back-to-back losses to Everton and Wolves have brought them crashing back down to earth as they begin to lose ground in the race for first place.
And speaking on Amazon Prime, Scholes said a lack of creativity in midfield could be their undoing this season. "I just think there's a little bit a lack of creativity on the pitch," he said. "(N'Golo) Kante does what he does brilliantly well and he's got two young players next to him in Mason Mount
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