Ross Barkley has the quality to become a great player for club and country, according to Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri.
Barkley, who was recalled to England s squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures against Croatia and Spain, scored his first Chelsea goal on Sunday, as the Blues moved, temporarily at least, to the top of the Premier League with a 3-0 win at Southampton.
The former Everton man also claimed an assist, setting up Eden Hazard for the opener, and Sarri – who has shown faith in Barkley since taking over at Stamford Bridge – insists the former Everton midfielder has the potential to become a key figure for Chelsea and England.
Potentially he is a great player, Sarri told a news conference.
He has quality, very important ones i…