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Ben Chilwell a 'complete player' for Leicester, says Claude Puel

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Leicester manager Claude Puel expects in-form full-back Ben Chilwell to remain a valuable player for the England national side

Leicester manager Claude Puel believes in-form full-back Ben Chilwell can continue to be a key part of the England set-up.

Chilwell started alongside club team-mate Harry Maguire when England beat Spain 3-2 on Monday night - and the duo were also in tandem for the 0-0 draw in Croatia last week.

Chilwell got his chance after Danny Rose and Luke Shaw pulled out injured - but Puel thinks he will be in the mix at the left-back position even when they return.

The Leicester boss said: "It's a good memory for Ben Chilwell and Harry Maguire.

"Winning away against Spain is fantastic. I am happy for both of them.

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Highlights of Everton's victory over Leicester in the Premier League

"He [Chilwell] can compete with these players because he has been consistent since last season, he finished very well and started this season very well.

"For a young player to find consistency in his play and good performance all the time is difficult. He can defend well, attack well.

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"He is the complete player and a valuable player for us.

"He can become a valuable player for the national team and can compete with the other players. For a player at 21, his consistency is impressive."

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Leicester now the face the conundrum of keeping quiet an Arsenal side who have won their last nine matches in all competitions when the two clubs meet on Monday, live on Sky Sports Premier League.

The Foxes will be without suspended central defender Wes Morgan, who picked up his second yellow card of the season against Everton in the match before the international break.

Puel believes the Leicester defender has been unfortunate at times, but may have to alter his approach.

"When we look at the video, some yellow cards are not," said Puel.

 during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Leicester City at Old Trafford on August 10, 2018 in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Image: Wes Morgan has been sent off twice this season already

"He's been unlucky with the decision last time and, the game against Bournemouth, the second yellow card was not a foul.

"But he needs to manage the situation better. Fans can have their opinion, but I have a lot of respect for Wes.

"He keeps a good level in his performance, and the training sessions. I respect all of our centre-backs, because we have different possibilities."

Speaking about Arsenal, Puel added: "They started with some difficulty, but after they are playing well in the cup, in Europe and in the Premier League.

"Nine wins at this moment, it's incredible. I think they have good confidence in their play.

"They play with clinical players like Alexandre Lacazette, for example."

Leicester's summer signing Caglar Soyuncu could be set for a debut, with Puel adding: "I think he is ready. He has to compete with experienced players.

"He's a young player, but a young player with a lot of attributes."

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