Chelsea loanee Conor Gallagher made fans’ mouths water on Monday evening as he played a pivotal role in Crystal Palace’s astonishing 3-0 win over Arsenal.
The midfielder is one of 24 players out on loan from the Blues this season and one of many that are impressing at their respective clubs - while some have endured more of a tricky campaign.
Chelsea will be excited to see a number of the loanees return to Stamford Bridge at the end of the season as they look to add to a very strong senior squad.
Here is the best XI of Chelsea loanees and how they are getting on this season...
Chelsea will be excited to see a number of the loanees return to Stamford Bridge at the end of the season as they look to add to a very strong senior squad.
5. Levi Colwill - Huddersfield Town
Colwill has been exceptional for Huddersfield Town this season as they fight for promotion, making 25 Championship appearances. The defender made his England U21 debut last month and was also named in NXGN’s top 50 young players in world football.
6. Emerson Palmieri - Lyon
Emerson has featured regularly for Lyon, making 24 league appearances and also five appearances in the Europa League. However, it is thought the defender will return to Chelsea in the summer, with little interest in remaining in France.
7. Conor Gallagher - Crystal Palace
Conor Gallagher has been excellent for Crystal Palace and recently earned his second and third England cap. The midfielder has eight goals and three assists in the league this season.
8. Tiemoue Bakayoko - AC Milan
Bakayoko has struggled during his time in Italy and hasn’t made an appearance for AC Milan since January. The club have the option to buy Bakayoko in the summer but it is thought they have no interest in triggering the clause.