5 players Chelsea should bin next summer

#4 Gary Cahill

Cahill's Chelsea career has reached its logical end

Gary Cahill has been a dedicated and loyal servant to the Blues cause since he joined in 2012.

His John Terry-ish style of defending - powerful, rugged, strong in the air and in the tackle has made him a mainstay for the best part of 6 years. However, he has lost pace and at fault for a number of goals in Conte's last season as head coach.

All good things must come to an end at a certain point. Although he is the club captain, Cahill has played little part in the Blues' season so far. This is a situation that is unlikely to change.

While a move to Fulham has been mooted, it does not look like happening in this window. As a result, the ex-England international will have to be content with a place on the bench for the remaining part of the season.

He has been one of the best value-for-money signings in the club's history. However, the time has come for the relationship to end and the future secured.