5 potential replacements for Willian at Chelsea

#2 Wilfried Zaha (Crystal Palace)

Zaha could be an upgrade over Willian

In terms of Premier League-ready wingers who can fit into the Chelsea team immediately; the golden boy of Selhurst Park is atop the list.

The 25-year-old Ivorian international has been sublime this season despite the injury problems he has had. He is integral to Crystal Palace’s survival hopes and it is not an exaggeration to say his presence gives the team that extra quality that no one else in the squad can deliver.

Pacy and elusive with brilliant dribbling skills and the ability to beat his man at will, he has made the left wing his own and is also adept at playing as a right winger or at times, function as a false 9 if need be.

Zaha’s verve and directness would be a change from the ponderous play of Willian. Able to play across the front line will, he could be to Chelsea what Dries Mertens is to Napoli in terms of versatility, assists, and goals. His ability to play off a striker means that he would gel well with either Alvaro Morata or Olivier Giroud.

He will definitely not come cheap as a £70m price has been mooted for the Eagles' most valuable asset (he just signed a contract extension).