Updated On: 16 September, 2020 07:15 AM IST | Brighton | AFP
Germany striker Timo Werner, GBP 53 million recruit from Leipzig, won the penalty that Jorginho converted to put Chelsea ahead.

Chelsea players celebrate a goal against Brighton. PIC/AFP
Frank Lampard believes Chelsea are already showing the benefits of his £200 million ($257 million) spending spree as they kicked off their Premier League campaign with a 3-1 win at Brighton on Monday. Blues boss Lampard has splashed out on a host of new signings and the early returns on his lavish investment were promising. Kai Havertz, who made a £70 million switch from Bayer Leverkusen, wasn't quite so impactful, but Lampard will be confident there are better days to come from the young Germany forward. "Timo's speed to win the penalty showed he is sharp and he was a threat all night.

Timo Werner