Chelsea are often dismissed by rival fans as a club without history—but that couldn’t be further from the truth.
While the Blues’ golden era truly began after Roman Abramovich’s takeover in 2003, laying the foundations for a modern football powerhouse, the club had already been home to some of England’s finest talents long before the Russian billionaire ever set foot in west London.
From their early triumphs in the 20th century to the era-defining success of the Premier League years, Chelsea have built a legacy filled with icons, leaders, and generational stars. And even now, that list of legends only continues to grow.
Here are the 25 greatest Chelsea players of all time.
