Could Chelsea be the talk of the place, for the right reasons?

After the last few seasons, Chelsea fans can recognise that trait in the Blues squad; and this campaign is as unpredictable as ever despite a new man in charge.

BLUES SING: Christopher Nkunku of Chelsea is challenged by Luc De Fougerolles of Fulham during the Premier League Summer Series match between Chelsea FC and Fulham FC at FedExField. Pic: Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images

If you are looking for a wildcard in this season’s Premier League campaign, then Chelsea fit the description to a tee; so maybe that’s why some people are calling new manager Mauricio Pochettino their knight in shining armour and betting he will transform fortunes at Stamford Bridge.

He may well do. But on reflection that optimism feels like a rather emotional response which ignores so many of the difficulties he will face at Stamford Bridge this season.