Jorginho, £102,000 per week
The latest arrival from Napoli is considered one of the finest central midfielders in the world at the moment. He was exceptional for Napoli last season and played a stellar role in their second place finish in Serie A. With a passing accuracy of 90% in his last few seasons with Napoli, he is certainly the player Chelsea has been looking to partner Kante in the midfield.
Willian, £120,000 per week
The Brazilian winger was in demand throughout the transfer window but decided to stay at Chelsea. Willian has missed only 11 Premier League games for Chelsea during the past four seasons. One of the most consistent wingers in the world, Willian is known for his blistering pace, dribbles, ability to influence games, and set pieces.
Olivier Giroud, £120,000 per week
The former Arsenal star is one of the striking options for Maurizio Sarri this season. Olivier Giroud moved to Stamford Bridge this January but has struggled for consistency. He has made 13 Premier League appearances for Chelsea last season and scored only three times. With Alvaro Morata struggling to establish his credentials at Chelsea, Giroud could play a big part this season.
N’Golo Kante, £120,000 per week
Arguably the best defensive midfielder in Premier League at the moment, the Frenchman has won two titles in his three Premier League seasons. One of the best tacklers in world football, Kante’s work rate and ability to read the game has been simply phenomenal. Kante has also won the World Cup with France this summer. Given his abilities and performances, one could safely say that he is currently underpaid at Chelsea.
Cesc Fabregas, £156,000 per week
The former Arsenal and Barcelona star has been one of the most successful central midfielders in the Premier League. After a great career at the Emirates, Fabregas played for the Catalan giants and then returned to the Premier League with Chelsea in 2014. The 31-year-old has won two Premier League titles with Chelsea so far.
Kepa Arrizabalaga, £192,000 per week
The 23-year-old shot-stopper is the most expensive goalkeeper in the world right now. Chelsea paid a huge £71.6 million for his signature this summer and also offered him a bumper pay rise. The Spaniard is currently one of the top earners at the club. Kepa was impressive for Athletic Bilbao in LaLiga and Chelsea wasted no time in bringing him to the Premier League to replace Thibaut Courtois.
Eden Hazard, £200,000 per week
The Belgian international is one of the most sought-after players in world football right now. Three-time Chelsea Player of the Season, Hazard has been an integral part of this Chelsea side, ever since his arrival in 2012. The 27 year forward has scored 89 goals for the Blues and has also created many more. A technically gifted player, Hazard is one of the best attacking players in the world at the moment.