Thread by @AbsoluteChelsea

Cesar Azpilicueta:

"The competition with Reece [James] is very strong. As I have said before, this is Chelsea and you have to fight for your place in the team along with many other good players. This has been the same since I arrived here in 2012."

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Cesar Azpilicueta:

"Reece is a fantastic boy, he’s a huge talent and he has lots of quality. I’m happy to try to help him and the team wherever I can. It’s a huge challenge every day to work hard, prove yourself and fight for your place in the team."

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Cesar Azpilicueta:

"I want to play as much as possible, that is my target, but of course I want to help the team first and foremost. Of course, every player wants to play every single game but we have to respect the decision of the manager..."

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Cesar Azpilicueta:

"...and just know that everyone in the squad will have their chance through the season. I didn’t start the first few Premier League games, but I came on against West Brom and then played against Crystal Palace."

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Cesar Azpilicueta:

"When you get your chance, you have to take it and make it difficult for the manager to leave you out. I think having that strong competition that we have here is key and is what is needed for the club to improve and develop."

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