Ola Aina Speaks On How John Terry Helped Improve Him

Ola Aina says he has learned a lot on and off the pitch from former Chelsea captain John Terry.

Ola Aina, 21, has been on Chelsea’s books since 2007 and has grown up with Terry as his role model for breaking into the first-team.

Reflecting on what Terry taught him in their decade at Chelsea together, Aina said: “I learnt a lot to be honest, on and off the field. Mainly on the field though. He’s a world-class defender and he’s taught me various things, especially having some time last season with him.

“Just be honest on the pitch. He told me to work to the best of my ability and be confident in what I do all the time. That will always stick with me and the many other young defenders he’s schooled and taught.”

Aina made his Chelsea debut in their 2016 EFL Cup win over Bristol Rovers and was replaced by Terry in the 77th minute.

“It was [surreal]. A standing ovation. I thought it was for me at first, but obviously it was for JT. I was being replaced by a club legend and it was a nice feeling to get a debut and then be replaced by him”, said Aina.

He added: “Any team would be lucky to have JT. He brings that leadership, that winning mentality all the time, every day. Just having someone like that on the pitch is a confidence booster for everyone.

“I’ve been privileged enough to be in that position and Aston Villa now are lucky to have him. His presence alone can drive a team onwards.”

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