Chelsea FC: 11 Players In ESPN FC’s Premier League Top 50
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44. Willian
It feels like Willian should be higher on this list. The Brazilian winger became one of the Premier Leagues best players in the second half of the season as he saw his place being threatened. Chelsea FC brought in Fiorentina midfielder Juan Cuadrado as competition for the Brazilian and he raised his game in response.
He became the true dual threat that Chelsea fans envisioned when the club first signed him a few years ago. He has continued his excellent form with the Brazil national team in the Copa America and has established himself as one of José Mourinho’s favorite players.
His tireless running on and off the ball helps protect the Chelsea defense, especially when Branislav Ivanovic is bombing forward, and his contributions to the team go much further than just goals and assists.
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