The worst signings Chelsea have ever made including AC Milan, Leicester and Real Madrid stars
Chelsea have made some shocking deals in the past and they will hope that they never repeat them under Todd Boehly.
There will be several players who will be looking over their shoulders about their long-term futures, while the whole structure of the club from a financial point is likely to change.
One of the features that made Roman Abramovich such a likeable owner to Chelsea fans was his willingness to bring in players with quality regardless of how much it cost him.
The Russian oligarch would break the bank and ensure that the best talent played at Stamford Bridge.
This summer transfer window will give us a clear picture of the ambition of the new owners.
But in the midst of all the glory and titles, there has a lot of money that has gone to waste, with huge investment on players who ended up giving back almost nothing.
The club is currently exploring the £97.5million deal that brought Romelu Lukaku back to the Premier League, after what has been an underwhelming return for the Belgiun international.
So with the anticipation building ahead of what will be a pivotal window for the Blues, we take you down memory lane to some of the players who came to Chelsea but were never really able to make the cut.
One of the features that made Roman Abramovich such a likeable owner to Chelsea fans was his willingness to bring in players with quality regardless of how much it cost him.
5. Chelsea’s Israeli midfielder Yossi Benayoun
The midfielder was was hard-working and shined everywhere he went but Chelsea. Eventually sent out on-loan to Arsenal.
6. Papy Djilobodji of Chelsea
One of the strange signings in the history of the club. Made his a cameo and struggled everywhere he’s been since
7. Tiemoue Bakayoko
Was the heart of an amazing Monaco team but just never looked like he had it in him to be a success at Stamford Bridge. Has been tossed out on-loan since. Helped Milan win the Serie A last season.
8. Danny Drinkwater
Has admitted himself that it was a business move gone bad. Won titles though even though he just never looked like a Chelsea man. Credit: Getty