Frank Lampard has moved to reassure Christian Pulisic that he does feature in his first team plans.
The American youngster completed his switch to west London in January this year before being sent back to Borussia Dortmund on loan for the rest of the season.
Despite featuring in the opening weeks of the season, the 21-year-old has been an unused substitute in each of Chelsea's last three fixtures, but speaking to the press, Lampard says that he will get an opportunity to impress.
Asked why he's not been involved, Lampard said: "(He's) Not a victim of the injuries, but just that I have a squad to pick from.
"He played before that a few games, Willian has come back in and been sharp and good.
"I decided to go with Mason today because we needed to stay strong in midfield and push Mason up higher up the pitch.
It is just my choice to make and he will get ample opportunities. He is a young player.
"As much as everyone is talking about Mason, Tammy, Tomori, he is younger than some of them so his chances will come."
