On Wednesday, Abu announced that he would sell Chelsea, which meant the end of an era. From 2003 to 2022, Abu invested heavily in the Blues for 19 years, allowing the Blues to usher in the most glorious period in history. The Sun selected chelsea's best and second best squad in the Abu era, and two active players were selected for the best squad.
In the goalkeeper position, Cech is the best candidate. After joining in 2004 for £11.7 million, Petr Cech spent 10 years as the Blues' number one goalkeeper, winning 13 trophies, including the Champions League. Courtois, who succeeded Cech, also performed well, while the current main goalkeeper Mendy also had the strength to be selected.
At right-back, the current captain Azpilicueta "beat" Ivanovic, Terry and Carvalho, one of the best centre-back pairs in premier league history, were both selected for the best team, and the Champions League champions Thiago Silva and Rudiger were selected for the second best team. At left-back, Ashley Cole's position is unshakable.
In midfield, Lampard and Kante were selected without controversy, while Ballack was selected after defeating Makelele, Essien and Fabregas. In the front, Hazard and Drogba have both had brilliant performances in the Blues, and Robben has defeated Mata in the right wing.
Chelsea's best squad in the Abu era: Cech, Ashley Cole, Terry, Carvalho, Azpilicueta, Lampard, Kante, Ballack, Hazard, Drogba, Robben
Chelsea's second best squad in the Abu era: Courtois, Chilveer, Rudiger, Silva, Ivanovic, Essien, Makelele, Joe Cole, Fabregas, Juan Mata, Costa