Romeo Lavia aims to 'change the narrative' at Chelsea after injury woes

Chelsea midfielder Romeo Lavia has revealed he is finally reaping the rewards of his hard work. Now 22, the Belgian is determined to "change the narrative" surrounding his career at the club after enduring two seasons plagued by recurring injuries.

The midfielder is on the verge of his longest spell in the Chelsea side. If he completes 60 minutes against Brentford on Friday, he will surpass his previous best run of 518 minutes without an injury setback. His journey has required immense mental fortitude, moving past the frustration of missing 33 games last campaign.

I've learned you can always go further than you think you can. You can always push your limits, especially when you feel like everything is going against you. Romeo Lavia

Manager Xabi Alonso has been instrumental in helping Lavia overcome the "mental block" associated with his return to full fitness. With the midfield dynamics shifting, Lavia has become a vital component of the team, especially with Moises Caicedo facing limited minutes and Enzo Fernandez having departed the club.

Lavia also praised the impact of new signings like Morgan Rogers, noting how the squad has clicked early in the season. However, he remains grounded, emphasizing that the team must avoid past immaturity and focus on becoming the force they believe they can be.