Whether or not Chelsea need to buy a winger this summer comes down to how Frank Lampard fits Hakim Ziyech into the squad.
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Chelsea should pursue a striker this summer, but how much they need one depends on whether they keep Olivier Giroud. Could Harry Kane replace Giroud?
One of Chelsea’s more obvious pressing needs is a left-back. Someone at that position will no doubt be close to the top of Frank Lampard’s wish list.
Chelsea have more to think about than goals and assists when signing a player. Philippe Coutinho ticks all the boxes for the Blues.
Contrary to belief, if Chelsea must invest heavily, they should do so for a world-class centreback or two, not an elite winger. Sorry, Jadon Sancho fans.
Football fans worldwide are now wondering how the 2019/20 season will resolve. Will Liverpool actually win? Will Chelsea qualify for the Champions League?
Now that the period of reactions, overreactions and mourning seems to have passed, it’s time to dissect Chelsea's defeat to Bayern Munich rationally.
With at least potential starters out injured, Chelsea will need some outcast players to team up for the games against Tottenham and Bayern Munich.
Chelsea’s transfer ban was considered a blessing in disguise, creating the platform for the youth revolution. Only now are the repercussions setting in.
Beneath all the “transfer ban”, “loss of Eden Hazard” and sentimentalism, though, lie a slew of potential problems clouding Chelsea's season.
The Chelsea fan base turned on Maurizio Sarri for his favouritism towards Jorginho. The Frank Lampard - Mason Mount dynamic is slowly adopting this theme.
Callum Hudson-Odoi plus cash for Jadon Sancho? Here are some silly swap deals that would put Chelsea back on top of the world transfer market.
Kepa Arrizabalaga is Chelsea's undisputed starting goalkeeper. That may provide too much comfort, and competition could ensure he fulfills his potential.
Chelsea are rich in depth, with at least two players contesting each position. But what if the Injury Gods take away all the natural players at a position?
Three graduates of Chelsea's academy and a young American are vying for two spots among Chelsea's attacking line. Ruben Loftus-Cheek is somehow the oldest.
Chelsea have players hotly contesting almost every position. Cesar Azpilicueta, Antonio Rudiger and N'Golo Kante have to defend their place in the XI.
One of the few remaining members of the old guard, Willian's contract is running short. Chelsea should prioritize keeping his mentorship and talent.
Chelsea fans are right to embrace their feel-good moment. However, such positivity can lead a club astray if they lose sight of the work yet to be done.
Frank Lampard has done a lot to unify Chelsea FC's fan base, but some people go out of their way to find something to complain about and nitpick.
Christian Pulisic's inconsistent playing time is worth watching and wondering about, but is no reason to fear for his long-term future at Chelsea.