Lewis Baker

[The Skipper 20,593]

Baker seems to go under the radar when people speak about our youth. I like that in a way as there's no high expectation on him which will truly allow him to develop at his own pace. I think Lewis is definitely one of the top talents in our youth right now - I'd have him on par with RLC, Boga, Ake.

He's a bit of a dark horse but he has as much of a chance to break through as those aforementioned. That's how high I rate him.

[Styles 9,790]

Baker seems to go under the radar when people speak about our youth. I like that in a way as there's no high expectation on him which will truly allow him to develop at his own pace. I think Lewis is definitely one of the top talents in our youth right now - I'd have him on par with RLC, Boga, Ake.

He's a bit of a dark horse but he has as much of a chance to break through as those aforementioned. That's how high I rate him.

Football is funny like that. The player who isn't hyped up as much could easily become the one to break through. Baker is very good though so it wouldn't be a surprise. Swift is quality as well and doesn't get much hype either.

[Stats 7,057]

Scored again today for the England U21 team.

U19 team it was.

[ja1 1,166]

Lewis Baker - Chelsea FC: http://t.co/lxT4r5juLk

(YouTube link)

[Waterfall 893]

Gets no hype compared to other players, but really consistent and solid all-around

[ja1 1,166]

I agree. He's not as naturally talented as McEachran/RLC/Chalobah but has really worked hard and improved his game this season. Best player in the reserves for me this past season (even over Boga, Feruz and Aké). I hope he gets as fair a chance as the RLC and Chalobah. Been performing for England U19s too.

[CHOULO19 24,332]

I agree. He's not as naturally talented as McEachran/RLC/Chalobah but has really worked hard and improved his game this season. Best player in the reserves for me this past season (even over Boga, Feruz and Aké). I hope he gets as fair a chance as the RLC and Chalobah. Been performing for England U19s too.

I think the lack of hype around him is because he does not have the natural talent and technical ability of the likes of Chalobah/Josh/RLC doubts inevitably rise about his ability to take these performances to in the Reserves to the next level.

[mediator 2,026]

Baker Lewis can't Lose

[Styles 9,790]

I don't buy this 'not as naturally talented' talk at all. He's technically very good and unlike some of those other players mentioned he is very good with both feet.

[Jusek 2,031]

Under-21 squad member Lewis Baker has today (Monday) signed a new three-year contract, keeping him at the club until 2016.

http://www.chelseafc.com/news-article/article/3331409/title/baker-signs-new-contract

Well deserved. Not much talk of him, but definitely talented lad with some leadership qualities.

[CHOULO19 24,332]

Certainly deserved after his performances in the NextGen last season. Would be interesting now to see if the club will send Lewis out on loan this season or keep him with the U21s.

[Bir_CFC 3,455]

It's one thing being two footed and making great passes but this dude takes set pieces with both feet too. I find that amazing. Is there anyone in the world that does that?

[ja1 1,166]

I've never seen him do it but I think I remember an Arsenal fan saying Cazorla does it, not sure though.

[The Skipper 20,593]

Brilliant. Very under the radar talent but he's got good potential and is already a great leader. Hopefully he carries on his quiet development and surprises a few in a season or two or three.

[Jusek 2,031]

Just scored a free kick with his left foot against Soton. Also assisted a goal with left footed free kick. He's right footed btw. What a talent!

[Amblève. 4,995]

I can see him going the Bertrand route.

[asand 7]

Baker not included in the U21s today. Anyone think we might see him vs Swindon?

[Sovieticus 743]

Baker not included in the U21s today. Anyone think we might see him vs Swindon?

Not me.