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Warnock: Chelsea captain Azpilicueta not a great defender

Former Premier League manager Neil Warnock admits he's unconvinced by Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta.

After winning the Club World Cup, the 32-year-old has claimed every trophy available to him both domestically and on the European stage.

Warnock insists the Spaniard has been 'lucky' to win the prestigious competitions as he doesn't think he is 'a great defender.'

Speaking on talkSPORT, the 73-year-old said: "I think it goes two ways to be honest.

"I think Azpilicueta has been a very fortunate lad to be at a club like Chelsea. I don't think he is a great defender.

"Sometimes in football you need a bit of luck and I think he's had a bit of luck at the right time and in the right place.

"That's what you need in football, you need a bit of luck to be successful."

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