5 best midfielders above the age of 30

Fabregas and Iniesta
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#3 Cesc Fabregas (30)

Chelsea v Everton - Premier League
Cesc Fabregas is one of the greatest midfielders of the Premier League era

Probably not the first name on Conte's team sheet but still capable of producing moments of magic, Cesc Fabregas will be hoping to reestablish himself as Chelsea's main playmaker this season.

Capable of cutting open opposition defences with consummate ease, the Spaniard's creativity and through balls have often helped Chelsea break down opposition defences and dominate possession against the smaller teams.

After having adjusted to Conte's system last season, Fabregas will be confident of having an even bigger impact this season. In fact, in a recent interview with Marca, Fabregas spoke about Conte's methods:

"With Antonio, there is no option other than to compete and give 100 per cent in every training session and each match. I'm not going to deny it, it was a difficult season.

"I came from playing everything with [Jose] Mourinho and [Guus] Hiddink and then suddenly I was not counted on all of the time. Not everyone knows what I went through during those months and there were people who went as far as to say that it was no longer worth it.

"I know what I can give the team and if I can play or not so I decided to stay and fight."

Fabregas has looked in the mood this season and Conte and Chelsea fans will be thanking their stars that the Spaniard decided to stay at Stamford Bridge.

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