Chelsea player ratings for the 2020-21 Premier League season

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Chilwell proved his worth to Chelsea with a stellar debut campaign

Ben Chilwell - 8/10

What a resounding debut season by Ben Chilwell! The left-back's campaign was initially delayed with a foot injury, but once into the squad, he looked right at home and took to his new surroundings like a fish to water.

Ben Chilwell contributed to the 2nd most goals & assists of any defender in the Premier League this season (3 goals, 5 assists), behind only Trent, by one.An excellent debut season. pic.twitter.com/ejSRXtiC0Z

— LDN (@LDNFootbalI) May 23, 2021

With three goals and five assists, the former Leicester City defender had the highest goal contribution of all Premier League defenders barring Trent Alexander-Arnold (9). The England international demonstrated the potential to become a defensive cornerstone at Chelsea for the considerable future.

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Marcos Alonso - 5/10

A season to forget for Marcos Alonso, whose time at Stamford Bridge appears to be over. When he first arrived, the Spaniard was a breath of fresh air with his precocious attacking instincts and a keen eye for goal. But Alonso now looks surplus to Chelsea's requirements after making just 13 league appearances.

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Emerson - N/A

Here's another player who's half out the door. Emerson, since arriving from AS Roma in 2017, has never been able to force his way into any of the four Chelsea manager's sides that he's played with. Following just 88 minutes of action in the Premier League this season, he will most likely seek greener pastures.

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Reece James - 7.5/10

Reece James successfully built on his promise of last season to become a key cog in this Chelsea side. He played in various positions throughout the campaign and showcased his versatility by excelling in all of them.

Particularly eye-catching were his performances in midfield, from where James caused a lot of problems by flitting around in the gaps to adroitly knit their attacks together whilst never abandoning his defensive responsibilities.

What a baller. He's got a bright future ahead of him and has been named in England's provisional squad for the upcoming Euros too.

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Cesar Azpilicueta - 8/10

The captain fantastic transformed into a mercurial centre-back this season as he was an indispensable part of Chelsea's back-three. The veteran kept opposition attackers in check with his strength and helped build from the back with excellent distribution of the ball.

Cesar Azpilicueta has had the red card he was given against Aston Villa on the final day of the Premier League season overturned following an appeal.

— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) May 25, 2021

His performances have transcended boundaries too, as Luis Enrique has named Azpilicueta in the provisional Spain squad for the upcoming Euros, marking his first call-up since November 2018.