Chelsea 5 Everton 0: Ronald Koeman insists Blues three at the back ploy is a title-winning formula after Toffees were blown away

RONALD KOEMAN believes Chelsea are bang on course to win the title.

That was the Everton manager's verdict after watching his side get thumped 5-0 at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.

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Since Blues boss Antonio Conte switched to his favoured three-man defence, his team have recorded five victories on the bounce to climb to top spot in the Premier League.

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And their quality and system certainly made a big impact on the legendary Dutch man.

Koeman said: "This system is very difficult to play against and the manager has brought a winning mentality to the players.

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"If they can keep that then they will be fighting for the title.

"I have never seen a team so strong with this system."

Koeman added: "We can learn from that.

"It's a big lesson for everyone."

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Chelsea's title ambitions are about to face something of an acid test.

After the international break Conte takes his men to hard-to-beat Middlesbrough. Then Chelsea entertain Tottenham before facing a tough awayday at Manchester City.