Chelsea offloaded a number of players during the winter transfer window. Joao Felix was loaned to AC Milan while Axel Disasi also joined Aston Villa on a temporary deal – with Renato Veiga being loaned to Juventus too.

Chelsea’s continued pursuit of a winger and striker speaks volumes. Nicolas Jackson is on his longest scoring drought at the club (eight games) and Mudryk’s suspension for failing a doping test means inexperienced 19-year-old Tyrique George is being asked to step up.

Chelsea let go of a handful of players like Joāo Félix without bringing in many reinforcements that could help in their push for Champions League qualification.