How well equipped are Chelsea for the future? We all know about their stars of the present, with big names like Diego Costa, Cesc Fabregas and John Terry playing crucial roles in their strong title challenge this season, but how would they look if they were forced to field a team of players aged 25 or under only? Still pretty strong, is the answer…
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GK: Thibaut Courtois
Still only 22 years old, Thibaut Courtois remains part of the starting XI here after a superb season with the Blues. Surely the best young goalkeeper in the world.
DR: Fankaty Dabo
A talented 19-year-old defender, Fankaty Dabo may not be too near the Chelsea first-team, but looks a good prospect.
DL: Cesar Azpilicueta
Another senior player who just qualifies for this team, Cesar Azpilicueta remains at left-back.
DC: Kurt Zouma
An outstanding young defender, Kurt Zouma, 20, has enjoyed a strong first season at Chelsea and will surely be a regular before long.
DC: Andreas Christensen
Just one League Cup appearance to his name so far, Andreas Christensen is highly thought of at Stamford Bridge, and more opportunities could be round the corner for the 18-year-old Dane.
MC: Jeremie Boga
A France Under-19 international, Jeremie Boga is not a name we’ve heard a great deal about yet, but looks the best bet in this defensive midfield role.
MC: Ruben Loftus-Cheek
A player tipped for big things, Ruben Loftus-Cheek is an English talent coming through at Chelsea at the moment, making some first-team appearances this term.
AMR: Dominic Solanke
Still only 17 and some way off becoming a first-teamer, Dominic Solanke is another English youth international who could have a bright future for the Blues one day.
AML: Eden Hazard
One of the best players in the world, it’s easy to forget Eden Hazard is still only 24 after three seasons with Chelsea now as one of their most important starters.
AMC: Oscar
Still only 23 years old, Oscar is another highly influential member of this Chelsea side and is another big name to make this youthful lineup.
FC: Isiah Brown
Signed from West Bromwich Albion after impressing in their youth side, Isiah Brown is a promising striker, though the age of Chelsea’s forwards could be a concern.
