Pavlyuchenko could be ‘useful’ to Chelsea, says Hiddink

Chelsea’s manager Guus Hiddink believes the Tottenham striker Roman Pavlyuchenko is good enough to play for the Blues and insists his talent is being underused at White Hart Lane.

“Pavlyuchenko is capable of seriously strengthening Chelsea’s attack, to add both power and pace,” Hiddink said. “I used to call him a sleeping giant. Since he began playing for Tottenham, he began to think more quickly on the field and he is now playing better.

“It’s a pity that Tottenham keep him in reserve. I would never do that. A talented player like Roman must play, play and play again. I think Pavlyuchenko would prove useful to Chelsea.”