Chelsea let go of a handful of players like Joāo Félix without bringing in many reinforcements that could help in their push for Champions League qualification.

Chelsea’s continued pursuit of a winger and striker speaks volumes. Nicolas Jackson is on his longest scoring drought at the club (eight games) and Mudryk’s suspension for failing a doping test means inexperienced 19-year-old Tyrique George is being asked to step up.

Chelsea reportedly tried to add a big-money defensive addition to their ranks in the January transfer window but failed according to one report

Chelsea didn't make any signings during the January transfer window but it wasn't for lack of trying, with Nottingham Forest rebuffing their approach for Murillo

Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has criticised the club for failing to strengthen in two areas while they had the chance in the January transfer window. Chelsea surpassed expectations across an excellent start to the season under a new head coach in Enzo Maresca, suffering just two league defeats heading into the Christmas period.