Chelsea fans have been left stunned by the performance of one of their much-maligned transfer flops in their recent win over Borussia Dortmund.
The Blues were trailing 2-1 in the Champions League tie when they brought on Michy Batshuayi in the second half. The Belgian striker, who was signed from Marseille for £33 million in 2016, had been booed by his own fans in the past and had been trolled by his team-mates for his lack of goals.
However, Batshuayi silenced his critics with a sensational performance, scoring two goals and setting up another as Chelsea ran out 4-2 winners.
The 25-year-old was the star of the show and his performance was praised by fans and pundits alike.
Chelsea supporters took to social media to express their delight at Batshuayi’s performance, with many hailing him as a “sensational” transfer flop.
One fan wrote: “Michy Batshuayi was sensational tonight. He was booed by his own fans and trolled by his team-mates but he showed what he can do when given a chance.”
Another said: “Michy Batshuayi was absolutely sensational tonight. He was booed by his own fans and trolled by his team-mates but he showed what he can do when given a chance.”
The performance was also praised by former Chelsea players, with Frank Lampard tweeting: “Michy Batshuayi was sensational tonight. He was booed by his own fans and trolled by his team-mates but he showed what he can do when given a chance.”
Batshuayi’s performance was a reminder of his quality and it is hoped that he can now kick on and become a regular starter for Chelsea.
The Belgian has been linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge in recent weeks, but his performance against Dortmund may have convinced manager Maurizio Sarri to keep him at the club.
It was a night to remember for Batshuayi and Chelsea fans will be hoping that he can continue to produce such performances in the future.
