30) Damien Duff
A lively goalscoring winger, Damien Duff made an instant impact at Chelsea, and really shone under Jose Mourinho to help the club to the title in 2004/05.
29) Florent Malouda
Although inconsistent and prone to disappearing in the big games, Florent Malouda was a real class act and reached top form to help the club to the double in 2009/10.
28) Cesar Azpilicueta
Absolutely rock solid at the back, Cesar Azpilicueta is one of the most underrated defenders in world football today.
27) Carlo Cudicini
One of the best goalkeepers in the Premier League for many years, Carlo Cudicini was unlucky to end up losing his place at Chelsea to Petr Cech.
26) Ramires
No longer a regular, but Ramires made a real impression when he first joined Chelsea and has scored some crucial goals, most notably away to Barcelona and against Liverpool in the FA Cup final.
25) Joe Cole
Plagued by injuries throughout his career, Joe Cole still managed a long and successful stay with Chelsea, winning three Premier League titles.
24) Arjen Robben
One of the best young players in the world when he first joined Chelsea, Arjen Robben tore up Premier League defences but was ultimately sold a little soon after some injury problems.
23) Michael Ballack
A world class midfielder, Michael Ballack was a superb signing on a free transfer, even if he was slightly past his peak by the time he arrived in England.
22) Nicolas Anelka
Finishing as Chelsea’s top scorer in 2008/09, Nicolas Anelka proved a great signing for the Blues as he adapted to a new role out wide.
21) Oscar
A classy Brazilian playmaker, Oscar has been terrific since joining Chelsea as a relatively unknown youngster.
