John Obi Mikel has hailed Guus Hiddink's return to Stamford Bridge as Chelsea’s interim manager, as the Blues look to extend their 10-match unbeaten BPL run when they visit Southampton.

Hiddink has led Chelsea to a significant improvement in form since succeeding Jose Mourinho, with a 2-1 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League last-16 tie their only loss since his appointment until the end of the season.

"The players feel more relaxed, people know what their jobs are and people are getting on with their jobs in a more relaxed way," Mikel said.

"He has given responsibility to people and expects them to thrive on it and make sure they do it in way where they feel comfortable. I think that is what the players are showing now."

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