Three players Chelsea could sign in the January transfer window

Chelsea were handed a major boost last week when their transfer ban was lifted, meaning they can now sign players in the January transfer window.

Frank Lampard was unable to recruit in the summer due to the sanction, but has introduced youth and enjoyed a good start to his time in charge.

Saturday’s defeat at Everton was a setback but the Blues are still in the top-four of the Premier League, five points clear of fifth placed Manchester United.

But with January closing in, Frank may feel that adding to their squad in the new year is needed in order to help them maintain their league position as well as challenge in the FA Cup and Champions League.

But who could the Stamford Bridge side move for? We take a look at three players Chelsea have been linked with over the last seven days…