The greatest Chelsea XI of the last decade (2008-2018)

Chelsea v Sunderland - Premier League
Chelsea – 2016/17 Premier League champions

Attacking Midfielders: Frank Lampard & Michael Essien

Stoke City v Chelsea - Premier League
Stoke City v Chelsea - Premier League

When you think of the greatest scoring midfielders to play the game, Frank Lampard comes to mind. When you think of Chelsea's greatest players Frank Lampard comes to mind. Having him on this list was a no-brainer.

Lampard has been at the heart of the Chelsea midfield since 2001. He led the team as captain to victory in the Champions League Final. Added to that he has three premier leagues to his name. Lampard is also the leading goal scorer for Chelsea.

There is a reason Chelsea fans refer to him as Super Frank.


Chelsea v Wolverhampton Wanderers - Premier League
Chelsea v Wolverhampton Wanderers - Premier League

Essien joined Chelsea in 2005 and went on to be one of the greatest box to box midfielders in the premier league.

Essien was always very professional and did anything he could to help the team. He was part of three premier league triumphs and was also part of the squad that won the champions league.

His goal against Barcelona in the Champions League Semi Final is one of the greatest volleys ever in Champions League history. He also scored an absolute stunner versus Arsenal. Simply for his energy along with his tenacity he finds his way to this eleven.

Substitutes - Michael ballack and Cesc Fabregas

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