10 Hardest Ever Chelsea Players

By Danny Gee /

6. Joey Jones

The Liverpool European Cup winner arrived in London in 1982, Chelsea boss John Neal looking to utilise the full back€™s experience, having already managed him at Wrexham. The side were sitting uncomfortably in the second division, with further relegation into the third division a real possibility. Jones quickly adapted to the Blues€™ style of play and €“ after a short period of uncertainty among the fans €“ became a favourite in the Stamford Bridge terraces. The defender helped the team survive the drop and remain in the second division that season. The tough-tackling Welsh international was a key player in the side that avoided relegated and later gained promotion back into the first division. Jones€™ tough-tackling determination helped sure up a defence in need solidity, and he would often rouse the fans before games to motivate the squad. However, when John Hollins€™ took the reins from Neal, selling Jones to Huddersfield Town was one of his first moves. This ended the full back€™s time at Stamford Bridge, regardless of the immense backing from fans. The Welshmen joins a long line of memorable defenders to have worn the Chelsea shirt, and despite being a Liverpool fan he continued to support the London club long after his departure.