Zouma: I dream of winning the Ballon d'Or

The 20-year-old says he is desperate to be recognised as one of the best defenders in the world and insists he holds no regrets over his move to Chelsea from Saint-Etienne

Kurt Zouma says it is his dreams to win the Fifa Ballon d’Or in his career.

The Frenchman has made 11 appearances in the Premier League for Chelsea this season and impressed as a defensive midfielder in the Blues’ 1-0 win over Manchester United on Saturday.

The 20-year-old admitted that he has big ambitions and wants to follow in the footsteps of Italy legend Fabio Cannavaro by winning the Ballon d'Or as a defender.

"Yes, it's a dream for me,” he told Canal + when asked about his desire to win the prestigious award.

Zouma has been likened to former Chelsea captain Marcel Desailly due to his athleticism, tenacity and tacical versatility, but he has played down such comparisons.

"People often compare me to Marcel Desailly, but he has made his career,” he added. “This is a football legend. He played in a lot of big games. I have only just arrived and I still have a lot to prove. "

Zouma was signed from Saint-Etienne in January 2014 and immediately loaned back to the Ligue 1 club for the remainder of the campaign, but despite taking his time to fully earn Mourinho's trust, he says he is happy that he chose to move to Stamford Bridge.

"I do not regret joining Chelsea at all, because it's the club I've always loved,” he insisted. “I did not play much at first, but now it's starting to get better and I am very happy."