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“He’s a great talker,” noted a member of Chelsea’s media team, referring to Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall. Ahead of Chelsea’s first pre-season match on their summer tour in the United States, *football.london* had the opportunity to sit down with Dewsbury-Hall, one of the new additions to the Blues’ squad.
In an opulent hotel setting in Palo Alto, California, the 26-year-old midfielder discussed his experiences working under Enzo Maresca at Leicester City, his aspirations at Chelsea, and more. The Chelsea staff member’s assessment proved accurate; Dewsbury-Hall was indeed an engaging speaker who drew you into the conversation, making it easy to root for him.
However, things have not fully clicked for him yet. Emphasis on “yet,” as the current season is still in its early stages, with only five matches played in the 2024/25 campaign. But at a club like Chelsea—and in the cutthroat world of football—time is a luxury few can afford.
Dewsbury-Hall made his Chelsea debut in the last 24 minutes of a 2-0 loss to Manchester City on the opening weekend. Playing as a left-sided No.8, he struggled to make a significant impact as Chelsea chased an equaliser, only to concede a second goal when Mateo Kovacic scored late at Stamford Bridge.
His first start came shortly after in the first leg of Chelsea’s Conference League qualifier against Servette at home. Playing as one of the No.8s, Dewsbury-Hall completed the entire match, showcasing glimpses of his potential with smart runs, effective play, and overall solid performance.
This outing remains his standout performance for Chelsea thus far. However, in his subsequent appearances, Dewsbury-Hall has struggled to replicate that form. Signed for around £30 million from Leicester City in July, his early promise at Chelsea has yet to fully materialize in his recent games.