Following their victory at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, Chelsea are now shifting focus to reshaping their squad ahead of the new season. Despite international success, several players have underperformed and are expected to be offloaded to reduce the wage bill and make room for reinforcements.

Does Axel Disasi still have a place at Chelsea?

The French defender joined from Monaco for €45 million, expected to be a versatile asset in defense. However, Disasi failed to establish himself, was loaned out to Aston Villa in 2025, and saw limited game time. With a current market value of €22 million, a permanent exit seems inevitable.

Can Raheem Sterling bounce back?

Now 30 years old, Raheem Sterling lost prominence under Enzo Maresca. He only scored in the EFL Cup and came off the bench in 26 of 29 Premier League matches. Signed for €56.2 million, he has struggled to live up to expectations. Chelsea are open to selling him to recoup part of their investment.

Has Ben Chilwell fallen out of favor?

Signed for €50.2 million after shining at Leicester, Chilwell never fully secured his place. The rise of Marc Cucurella pushed him to the bench, and he was later loaned to Crystal Palace. His time at Stamford Bridge appears to be coming to an end.

Is João Félix heading back to Benfica?

After initially arriving on loan from Atlético Madrid, Chelsea paid €52 million to secure João Félix before loaning him to AC Milan. Now, Benfica are negotiating his return for just €20 million, and the player is reportedly open to the move. The deal is widely seen as a poor piece of business by the club.