2. Willian (Shakhtar Donestk)
The Brazilian playmaker has continually been linked with a move to Stamford Bridge in the transfer window and is seen as a long-term replacement for Lampard. His role at the heart of Shaktar Donetsk’s midfield is seen to be under threat following the arrival of Taison, who opted to join the Ukrainian championship over a move to Chelsea, and he is expected to be in the Chelsea blue come next season for around£20million.
1. Isco (Malaga)
Isco, or Francisco Román Alarcón Suárez to give him his full name, is expected to be the next big star of the Spanish national team and there are strong suggestions that he has already been signed ahead of a summer move from Malaga. The 20-year-old attacking midfielder has been a first-team regular in the south of Spain for the last two years and he could prove to be the ideal replacement for club legend Lampard.