4. Kaka (Real Madrid)
The Brazilian legend’s days at Real Madrid are number, but a proposed return to former club AC Milan has collapsed because of the financial demands. That has put Chelsea in contention to sign the 30-year-old, something that has been on the agenda in years gone by, although the feasibility of his replacing Lampard long-term have to be question on age grounds alone.
3. Marouane Fellaini (Everton)
The presence of a £22million release clause in his Everton contract has resulted in much speculation about the future of Marouane Fellaini this month and Chelsea have been reported to be one of the club’s keen on signing him. The Belgian would link up with international team-mate Eden Hazard at Chelsea should be make the move, and more important would provide the goal threat that will surely disappear when Lampard exits Stamford Bridge for the last time.