Ranking Chelsea's 5 most creative players in Premier League history

#3 Gianfranco Zola

Gianfranco Zola and Carlos Capone

One of the most skillful players to ever set foot in the Premier League, Gianfraco Zola was a complete package. Zola mesmerized fans and critics alike during his tenure in the Premier League with his awe-inspiring abilities on the ball.

The Italian forward had supreme ball control and used his dribbling skills to ease past defenders. Zola was selfless and possessed superior vision, which helped him play a second striker role for years at Stamford Bridge. Barring his efficiency in the attack, the Italian was also a free-kick specialist and showed his prowess numerous times in deadball situations.

In his 301 appearances, Zola ended up with 75 goals and 20 assists to his name. His seven years at Chelsea were filled with outrageous pieces of skill, decisive playmaking and numerous major trophies. It goes without saying that Zola's presence helped Chelsea become a Premier League powerhouse.

#2 Eden Hazard

Chelsea v Arsenal - UEFA Europa League Final

With 110 goals and 92 assists for the club, Eden Hazard remains one of Chelsea's greatest players. The Belgian winger was an integral part of the Blues' success over the last decade. Numerous titles and individual accolades are a testament to his greatness.

Hazard was a force of nature on the left flank at Chelsea. The Belgian winger's dazzling runs were enough to open up the most organized defensive sides, helping him create spaces with effortless ease.

Hazard's vision was also a pivotal characteristic of his game, which explains the high number of key passes, big chances created and assists (41) to his name. At his very best, Hazard was absolutely unstoppable on the flanks. Whenever he failed to score, he would create from the deep and have an impact on the match.

He spent seven years at Chelsea, helping them win titles. Hazard's exploits propelled Real Madrid to shell out a huge fee (€100 million) in 2019 for the Belgian's services.

#1 Frank Lampard

Chelsea v Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League

It comes as no surprise that the best midfielder in Chelsea's history tops the list. Frank Lampard's brilliance in midfield and his unparalleled legacy can only be matched by a few in Premier League history.

Lampard was the record goalscorer from midfield in the Premier League (261). He was known for his 'golazos' while the playmaking role in the game remains underappreciated. Lampard played as an attacking midfielder for most of his career, helping the Blues launch attacks with his prowess.

The England legend had immense stamina and a unique game-reading ability which helped him create countless goals for his teammates. Lampard often opened up defenses with his vision and picked out players in space with his superior passing range.

Lampard spent 13 years at the club, helping Chelsea win three Premier League titles and one Champions League title, among other notable achievements.