Seing Chelsea in 4th position is quite impressive. I could remember last season b this time they were in the 12th position struggling. Now they are doing better and growing everyday in performance. This simply implies that Enzo Maresca is doing a great job in the team, followed by the most talented player in Chelsea right now which is Cole Palmer. Although the fact that you mentioned Chelsea being trying to compete for the race is something i will disagree with you on. This is only but the beginning of the EPL games. Only 6 matches has been played and i dont expect Chelsea to completely remain focus throughout the season. They will have bad times and good times as well. Compared to the teams that are above them, Chelsea is no match right now for them no matter their level of improvement.
This all because of Pochettino, he was one who change Chelsea from poor squad that created by Potter, but he didn't get credit because he was sacked when Chelsea is still developing. Now, Maresca get the credit because he just continue the project by Pochettino.
Their big test will happen in the middle of next month, they will face Liverpool in Anfield.
They sure didn't put up the best performance while playing and the 3 goals they conceded is certainly proof of that. Admittedly, they did put up somewhat of a fight.
I didn't think Zirkzee was the perfect pick as forward to start the game with. Also, the red card gotten by Fernandes further weakened their morale, if they had any to begin with, as they were one man down.
Even before Bruno gotten red card, Tottenham already dominating the match. So, I would say Manchester United was bad from the start, it's really surprising their performance can be so that bad.