Chelsea’s strong form has continued following the international break, with the Blues returning to action with victories over Newcastle United in the Premier League and Rennes in the Champions League.
Roman Abramovich sanctioned over £200 million in transfer spending over the summer to help bolster Frank Lampard’s first-team playing squad.
And the early evidence is that it was money well spent, with goalkeeper Edouard Mendy and experienced Brazil defender Thiago Silva particularly influential in the improvements at the back.
But there are already suggestions Chelsea could be strengthened further in January, while senior players struggled for regular minutes have been tipped to leave during the winter transfer window.
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