Chelsea fans, rejoice! Now they’re cooking up some consistency, a result of a sterling group of players stepping up to the plate after a rollercoaster rise to the top of the season started. If you’re wondering who’s been leading in Stamford Bridge’s galaxy, you can look no further than Cole Palmer, who has earned himself a rating of 89.7/100 according to the CIES Football Observatory. But he’s not alone. So let’s take a look at who Chelsea’s top 5 performers this season have been, and we’ll see why the Blues are (finally) starting to sing a happy tune.
1. Cole Palmer: The Crown Jewel of Chelsea’s Season
Do you remember when people criticized Palmer’s move from Manchester City to Chelsea? Who’s laughing now? In the meantime, the young playmaker has been a revelation, orchestrating Chelsea’s attacking play with the finesse of a virtuoso. Palmer’s ability to read the game, continue to deliver key passes, and dazzle with his creativity means he is Chelsea’s MVP of the season, with an impact rating of 89.7/100.
2. Malo Gusto: Defense with Style
Did you know that Malo Gusto was going to jump in and save Chelsea’s backline like this? Gusto—surprise package of the season—has 88.0/100. He’s indispensable and has contributed defensively; he’s got pace and finds himself in the right positions. He’s also got that “cool under pressure” vibe that you want to hand over your Wi-Fi password to.
3. Moises Caicedo: The Chelsea Midfield Maestro
You don’t spend £115m on you; you don’t go for mediocrity. Moises Caicedo has been proving his worth. He’s rated 87.1/100—the engine of Chelsea’s midfield. The Blues’ silent assassin is the guy who laboriously tracks back time and time again, crunches tackles, and disrupts opposition play with his steel. His knack for recovering possession faster than you can say ‘Mauricio Pochettino’ is a gift that keeps on giving, and hey, hey, and also, his ability to do it is another bloody gift.
4. Marc Cucurella: The Redemption Arc
Oh, Cucurella! The Spaniard’s journey from being written off faster than a New Year’s resolution to being one of Chelsea’s top performers has been dramatic. Ignoring that, he has an 86.8/100 rating with the stability he’s brought to the left flank and having proved when patience can pay off. If you thought you could bet against Cucurella earlier, he’s here to say Hold my hairband.
5. Noni Madueke: Sparking the Blues’ Attack
But Madueke is not a headline grabber; his 85.7/100 rating is no fluke. Chelsea has been brilliant with the winger’s dribbling, directness, and knack for finding space. Whenever he’s on the ball, he sprays you and he twists defense like pretzels.
My take: Chelsea fans, it’s time to dream again.
Watching Chelsea find his mojo feels like watching your old favorite sitcom get a decent script. The prodigy is out back today in Cole Palmer, the guardian, Gusto, and the relentless warrior Caicedo. They’re helping to turn Chelsea’s season into a reason to watch. Heck, the Blues are finally beating the Blues, but it’s not all perfect yet.
Final Whistle
And now that Chelsea has proved that rebuilding is messy but it’s worth it, their top 5 performers this season tell the tale. The Blues are creating a new identity, one with magic from Palmer and grit from Gusto, and exciting things are to come. These stars are shining bright, and Stamford Bridge might still have some shaky days ahead, but with these stars, the future does look promising.
Chelsea fans, prepare yourself; it goes without saying, it was going to be one heck of a ride! Remember though, even if the going gets tough, we’ve got Cole Palmer bringing in things that restore your belief. Up the Blues!
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