Callum Hudson-Odoi just set Twitter on fire with his performance against Arsenal last night.
The 17-year-old has been embarrassing opponents all pre-season but in last night's game against the Gunners – which naturally attracted a bit more casual interest – Hudson-Odoi turned in a performance full of pace and creativity to put the Premier League on notice.
Hudson-Odoi terrorised Hector Bellerin and won a penalty for Chelsea, in a game that ended 1-1 (before Arsenal won on penalties).
Callum Hudson-Odoi vs Arsenal with commentary • @Calteck10
Generational talent. RTs appreciated!pic.twitter.com/WyOHGGnKDU
— ?Mr Chelsea Boss? (@MrChelseaBoss) August 2, 2018
Following the game, Chelsea head coach Maurizio Sarri confirmed that the young lion will be a part of his first team squad this season – and is even in contention to start this weekend's Community Shield fixture against Manchester City:
"Hudson-Odoi is a very young player...He will be a very, very strong player. He will stay with us for all the season."
A decorated player in Chelsea's youth system, Hudson-Odoi was also an influential figure in England's U17 World Cup winning squad.
The future is now.