10 Biggest Failures In The Premier League This Season (So Far)

2. Branislav Ivanovic (Chelsea)

Branislav Ivanovic's poor performances early in the season were generally regarded as 'one-offs' and most thought that one of the most consistent performers in the Premier League simply could not have just lost his remarkable ability. But eight games in, it has became apparent that he has. There are question marks over the Serbian's defensive positioning this season and it seems wingers have finally worked out how to ghost past him when he plays as a full-back. The 31-year-old is now being targeted as a weak link to be exploited and he has been dribbled past 15 times in nine appearances this season in the Premier League. He has committed 1.8 fouls per game this season €“ up from each of the last five seasons in the Premier League €“ and will surely be dropped by Jose Mourinho very soon.