The difference between him now and three months ago is there for all to see. Rex Features5The Frenchman has impressed since joining Crystal PalaceMost read in footballdiamonds are foreverChelsea's new Nike kit leaked online. It was a well-deserved reward for his refusal to give up hope of representing his country again and the gruelling regime he has pushed himself through to achieve his ambition. Bruce said: “Everyone agrees that Sam needed to go and play football. I told the lads before the game that Id get a chance with the cut-back in the box and thats exactly what happened. strongly linked with big moves to Man Utd and ChelseaHe told Omnisport: I cant say that [Griezmann is my best team-mate ever] because I played with [Zlatan] Ibrahimovic, [David] Beckham… great players at PSG. Im not talking about being in the starting team, just being part of the squad and having the opportunity to work with players of that quality. SAM JOHNSTONE is wanted by Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce in a £3million permanent deal. That could all change this year, though, with Chelseas Belgian ace Eden Hazard on Reals radar. PA:Press Association3Monaco’s Tiemoue Bakayoko will reportedly sign for Chelsea in a £35m deal.