As is always the case at Stamford Bridge, expectations will be high for Chelsea. Following a season in which they were fighting for the Premier League title throughout, the Blues will be hard pushed to mainstay its form in the second year of the Jose Mourinho era.
The league should only be tougher next season, as it would be difficult to anticipate Manchester United struggling as much as they did last year (although Liverpool could offer some help on that end given Luis Suarez’ situation). Tottenham should improve under new boss Mauricio Pochettino, as well.
As we’ve seen, one season can change a lot for a player and his career arc. Entering last season, Diego Costa had never surpassed ten goals for a league campaign. 27 goals for Atletico Madrid later, Chelsea forked over £32m for the Spanish striker.
This season will be a critical one for Costa and several other Chelsea players. Here are the best and worst case scenarios for SIX Chelsea players for this season.
