Ranking the Chelsea squad by their contributions so far this season: Fabregas and Costa miss out on top spot

9) Cesar Azpilicueta – The Spaniard has continued his fantastically consistent performances from last season despite playing at left back.

8) Gary Cahill – Has formed a reliable and intelligent foil to the dominant and experienced John Terry.

7) Branislav Ivanovic – Serbian international Ivanovic is proving to be a genuine weapon for Chelsea bursting forwards from right back.