Chelsea player ratings: Fikayo Tomori and Jorginho struggle against Bournemouth as Marcos Alonso stars

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Chelsea's hopes of a top-four Premier League finish took a hit as they could only claim a late draw at struggling Bournemouth on Saturday.

Alonso gave the hosts a half-time lead at the Vitality Stadium, only for Jefferson Lerma and Joshua King to strike twice in three minutes after the interval.

Spaniard Alonso rescued a share of the spoils with a header five minutes from time, leaving the Blues only four points ahead of Manchester United - who play on Sunday - in fourth.

Simon Collings was on the south coast to cast an eye over the performances of Frank Lampard's men...

Making a good impression: Willy Caballero
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Made good saves early on to keep Chelsea in it and then could do nothing to stop Bournemouth’s goals.

Performed the best of the players in Chelsea’s back three. Filled in at centre-back in a back four for the final 25 minutes, too.

Was good in the first half but then struggled after the break. Out-jumped by Lerma for the equaliser. Booked later on.

Started slowly and, while he improved before half-time, got exposed in the second half as Bournemouth opened Chelsea up.

Assist: Reece James
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Had good moments when going forward and it was his cross that provided Chelsea’s opening goal in the first half.

Didn’t run the game from midfield as he usually does. Booked and will now miss Chelsea’s next two League games.

Another solid display from a player who is consistently one of Chelsea’s best performers each week.

At the double: Marcos Alonso rescues a point for Chelsea
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Another two goals to add to his one against Tottenham last week. Got forward time and time again and looked bright.

Handed a rare start and looked bright at times. Linked up well with Olivier Giroud and didn’t stop running all game.

Worked hard up front to act as a focal point. Grabbed an assist when his audacious flick hit the crossbar and rebounded to Alonso.

Had a few nice touches but was quiet overall. Struggling to recapture the form he enjoyed earlier in the season.

Subs

Willian (on ’64) 6

Provided his usual trickery and skill when he came on. A strong cameo appearance.

Ross Barkley (on ’64) 5

Neat and tidy when brought on, but failed to make the decisive impact needed.

Michy Batshuayi (on ’72): 6

Denied: Substitute Michy Batshuayi
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Bright and lively when he came on. Found the back of the net but it was ruled out for offside.

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