Willian
When Chelsea signed Willian, Jose Mourinho was decried for bringing the Brazilian to Stamford Bridge – with many accusing the Portuguese manager of hoarding players so that his rivals Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool could not sign them.
The 25 year-old has since proven himself worthy of a place in the Blues’ starting XI, and his skill, creativity and goal threat married up with his insatiable work rate make him one of Chelsea’s most important players.
Oscar
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho recognised the importance of Oscar as soon as he arrived at Stamford Bridge in the summer to take the managerial for the second time.
The Brazilian may not be as flashy as the likes of Eden Hazard, Willian or the departed Juan Mata, but he has the masterful habit of finding space in dangerous areas, and his ghostly runs and deadly finishing make him a huge threat.
Eden Hazard
Eden Hazard is becoming one of the most dangerous attacking players in the Premier League, and Jose Mourinho has already suggested he could be a genuine contender for this year’s FIFA Ballon d’Or.
The Belgian has scored nine times and provided five assists in the Premier League, and is ranked fifth for key passes per game in the top flight as well as being the second most successful dribbler.
Manchester City will know that stopping Hazard will be key to stopping Chelsea.
Samuel Eto’o
Chelsea haven’t had a dependable striker since Didier Drogba left, but the recent form of Samuel Eto’o in big games could change that.
The Cameroon international scored a hat-trick against Manchester United, and scored the winner against Liverpool, and Jose Mourinho will know that he can depend on the 32 year-old for goals.
