MC) Frank Lampard
Chelsea’s all-time top scorer wasn’t offered a contract renewal at Stamford Bridge, and instead joined title rivals Manchester City on loan via New York City.
MC) Michael Essien
The Ghanaian powerhouse was once one of the very best midfielders in Europe, but now he struggles to get into AC Milan’s starting XI.
AMC) Juan Mata
With the knowledge that Oscar has the ability to develop into one of the world’s best, Chelsea allowed the almost equally excellent Mata to join Man United for a whopping £37m fee.