CHELSEA are planning a summer clearout to help pay for
£75million new-boys Fernando Torres and David Luiz.
Didier Drogba, Florent Malouda, John Obi Mikel, Jose
Bosingwa and Yuri Zhirkov will all be under intense scrutiny until
the end of the season.
The Blues will act to balance the books after their record-breaking
spree.
A Chelsea source confirmed: "There are a few big names and big
earners whose performances have fallen short this season.
"If things don't improve there will be some notable casualties in
the summer.
"The competition for places will be keener now and that should be a
great motivation for everyone."
Chelsea, who have just announced losses of £70.9m, are conscious of
UEFA's impending fair play rules which mean clubs must limit their
spending according to income.