Five attributes of Nemanja Matic Chelsea will miss

OFFENSIVE MINDSET

Matic won two league titles with Chelsea, in 2015 and 2017

Matic is far superior in attack when compared to both Chelsea new comers Bakayoko and Drinkwater, with a better dribble completion rate last season. His forward runs and the ability to release balls in the final third give him the edge over his midfield counterparts. Even though Chelsea's attack looks fairly settled, additional contribution from the central midfield would not go amiss.

Matic created more chances last season (27) than Drinkwater and Bakayoko, who produced 15 each. Also, his presence in the side saw Cesc Fabregas being unburdened of his defensive duties, which directly contributed to the Chelsea attack.