10 Hardest Ever Chelsea Players

By Danny Gee /

10. Ron Harris

Few will challenge the inclusion of Ron Harris. The Chelsea veteran commanded a place in the team€™s line up for the two decades he spent at the club, from the early 1960s until 1980. Playing at full back, Harris was known for his no-nonsense approach to tackling, justifiably earning him the title €˜Chopper€™. Following the departure of Terry Venables to Tottenham Hostpur, Harris became club captain in the mid 1960s, a role he held until the late 1970s when Ray Wilkins took over. Not affected by the increased responsibility, he continued to play in his trademark style. Several high-profile incidents cemented his name as €˜Chopper€™, not least the 1970 FA Cup Final against Leeds United. In the early stages of the game Harris put a heavy, and controversial tackle in on Leeds€™ Eddie Gray. Arguably Leeds€™ key play, the damage done lasted the match which ended in a Chelsea victory. Harris was a fearless and committed defender, willing to go any distance to ensure victory. This resolute attitude to the game earns him a place amongst Stamford Bridge€™s hardest.