London: Chelsea's recovery has begun, captain John Terry claimed Tuesday with the Blues unbeaten in the three games since Jose Mourinho's departure.


John Terry. Pic/AFP

A victory over Sunderland has been followed by draws with Watford and Manchester United. A surge up the Premier League table has yet to materialise, however, and the champions remain in 14th place, only three points off the relegation zone.

Chelsea travelled to Old Trafford on Monday to take on a United team that had lost four games in a row, but were unable to make that five as the two struggling giants fought out a 0-0 draw. The hosts edged the chances, but Chelsea skipper Terry was proud of the performance of his team. He told Chelsea TV: "I think the desire and the effort was spot on.