Blues fan and Twitter user Tuchelsea has wonderfully summarised the journey Kante has been on before becoming the world's best defensive midfielder:
"N’Golo Kante was born on March 29, 1991, in Paris, France. His parents were immigrants from Mali who look for fortune in the European plains in the 1980s. Kante's father passed away when he was 11 years old.
"Little Kante knew the value of hard work in life, every day he always tried to ease the burden on his family. Kante grew up in a small flat in Rueil Malmaison, a small and dense suburban area in Paris.
"Soon after the 1998 World Cup, Kante who was still 8 years old was really dreamt of becoming a football player. He joined with JS Suresnes in the western suburbs of Paris. After entering the academy, Kante became a popular player in the team.
"Kante spent 4 years with his first academy. He was always very helpful and kind, humble is his middle name.
"In 2010 to 2012, Kante joined with Boulogne. After succeeding with Boulogne, he strengthened Caen in 2013 until he eventually joined with one of England teams, Leicester City in 2015.
"After previously stating that he really wanted to play in England, Leicester City became one of the successful stories of N’Golo Kante as a professional footballer. He won the Premier League with them in a magical, amazing season.
"Kante joined Chelsea in 2016, he won the premier league again with Antonio Conte as manager. Kante is an unbelievable player, he also won other trophies with Chelsea, the FA Cup and Europa League trophy. He also won the World Cup in 2018 in an ravishing season with France.
"Kante has become one of the best midfielders in the world. His name is often hailed by many footballers. His humble figure and never-ending persistence have managed Kante to realise & achieve his childhood dream.
"Never give up, be like Kante."
The loveliest man in football celebrates his 30th on Monday - Happy Birthday N'Golo!
