Chelsea's UEFA Champions League title winners: Where are they now?

Six years since their European title, where are they now?
Six years since their European title, where are they now?

John Obi Mikel - Defensive Midfielder

Every second counted, and Mikel made sure that he stopped the German giants in Munich
Every second counted, and Mikel made sure that he stopped the German giants in Munich

An extremely young player, back in 2012, it was a dream come true for Mikel to win the European title. The defensive midfielder spent almost 11 years playing for Chelsea and then moved to the Chinese side Tianjin TEDA, where he continues to perform.

Frank Lampard - Midfielder

Years later, Lampard stands as the manager of Derby County.
Years later, Lampard stands as the manager of Derby County.

A legend at Stamford Bridge, Lampard left Chelsea in 2014 after 13 years and started playing for Manchester City, followed by his move to MLS, a sister club of the former. He currently manages the Championship team Derby County and is also a part-time children's writer.

Saloman Kalou - Midfielder

France v Ivory Coast - International Friendly
France v Ivory Coast - International Friendly

Another young midfielder, who achieved his dream in 2012, played for Chelsea for almost 6 seasons, playing an important role in some of the most important matches for the Blues. Kalou currently plays for the German side Hertha BSC as a right midfielder.

Juan Mata - Attacking midfielder

Wonder kid, Mata currently plays for Manchester United
Wonder kid, Mata currently plays for Manchester United

Another successful signing that the Chelsea management made in 2011, Mata was one of the core players for Chelsea, who made sure that his side achieved the unachievable in 2012, where he developed some of the most important plays for the likes of Didier Drogba and Frank Lampard, although he missed his penalty during the shootout.

Mata currently plays for Manchester United, as one of their most important players in recent years.

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