It’s been a difficult, inconsistent season for Chelsea, but they have enjoyed a recent resurgence in form, beating West Ham 5-0 on Sunday. Indeed, the form table since the turn of the year has the side riding high in fourth place.
The Blues currently sit seventh in the league, and now find themselves in with a shot of European football next season as they look to make up further ground on the likes of Manchester United, Newcastle and Spurs.
Mauricio Pochettino’s side have been plagued by numerous injury concerns this season, with club captain Reece James enduring several months on the sidelines due to a thigh injury while the likes of Wesley Fofana, Enzo Fernandez and Carney Chukuemeka have also seen restricted pitch time.
Ahead of the summer transfer window, we take a look at how Chelsea’s starting XI could look at the start of the 2024/25 season - if the latest transfer rumours are to be believed...
5. CB - Jonathan Tah (New signing)
The Bayer Levekusen defender has been linked with a move to Stamford Bridge and has a £15.5m release clause place upon him by Xabi Alonso's side. With Thiago Silva having announced his departure from the club, the Blues will be keen to secure an impressive replacement. | Getty Images
6. RB - Reece James
The Chelsea club captain has a market value of £43million placed upon him by Transfermarkt. Pochettino will hope to use the right-back more as his injury improves. | Getty Images
7. CM - Enzo Fernandez
The Argentinian was bought by Chelsea last summer following his success in the World Cup for £107 million. | AFP via Getty Images
8. CM - Moises Caicedo
The ex-Brighton midfielder was purchased in 2023 for £115 million. | Getty Images