The Ukranian has experienced a lot of pressure this season to justify his record £30 million move to the English champions from AC Milan and did not seem to find his usual scoring touch.

However, the Chelsea boss is currently satisfied with Sheva's form, after the Ukranian netted 5 goals in his last 7 game, including the crucial equalizer against Porto in the UEFA Champions League last Wednesday.

''He is now playing like I want him to and how his teammates want him to," Mourinho told Sky Sports on Saturday.

"This is his best form since he came to Chelsea," the Portuguese manager said.

"He is earning our respect and we are delighted with him."