While clubs aren't able to buy any players until the January window, there are some talented former Premier League stars that are available on free transfers.
The midfielder has reflected on a "business move gone wrong" as his release approaches after an unsuccessful five years.
The 31-year-old has not enjoyed the best time in the past four seasons after signing for the Blues
It could have been very different for this star at Stamford Bridge but his time with Chelsea is reaching a conclusion following a move
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has told three current stars who cost a combined £90m to 'organise moves elsewhere'.
The German currently has 42 players in his first-team squad at Stamford Bridge and needs to get that list down to 25 for the new Prem season
It's been nearly three years since his last appearances for the Blues' first team but he feels he has 'unfinished business' to complete
The former England man has endured a troubled spell at Stamford Bridge, but now has the chance to revive his career in Turkey
After falling out of favour at Stamford Bridge, he is set to head abroad in his latest attempt to resurrect his career
Bielsa's side have been seriously depleted in central defence this season but are hopeful of landing a Chelsea man to help plug the gap
The midfielder enjoyed the best years of his career working under Claudio Ranieri, but it appears the 'Tinkerman' has someone else in mind
Superb revealing interview with troubled Danny Drinkwater in the Daily Telegraph
The untold story of Chelsea's summer window has been their departures, and further business could actually see the club turn a profit.
On-loan Aston Villa midfielder Danny Drinkwater is facing the axe after a training ground bust-up, according to reports
“It’s an opportunity for him to go and show everyone what a quality player he is. He just wants to play football."
Aston Villa are interested in taking a midfielder on loan from Chelsea when his current deal expires, according to reports.
Loaned-out Chelsea player made his first league appearance this week…
Sean Dyche is weighing up whether to give Danny Drinkwater a belated Premier League debut for Burnley this weekend.
Sean Dyche will afford Danny Drinkwater another chance at Burnley after he was injured in an incident outside a nightclub in Manchester.
Danny Drinkwater will reportedly meet Sean Dyche on Monday before Burnley decide whether to fine player after a nightclub fracas.
Danny Drinkwater plans to put his Chelsea nightmare behind him after joining Burnley on a short-term loan deal.
Brighton have made an approach to take Danny Drinkwater on loan, as Chelsea desperately look to offload the midfielder, according to reports
Frank Lampard admitted there were plenty of areas to work on - but he at least stuck by his vow to give everyone an equal chance.
New Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says he would be a fool not to give his entire squad the chance to stake a claim for a shirt this season.
Maurizio Sarri has revealed he told Danny Drinkwater before the season started that he was surplus to requirements at Chelsea
Chelsea midfielder Danny Drinkwater has been charged with drink-driving after a car crash.
West Ham have a Chelsea outcast their top priority as they attempt to sign a midfielder before Thursday's deadline
Claudio Raineri is ready to host a Leicester reunion at Fulham, with up to five of his title-winning squad in his sights, we can reveal.
Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Danny Drinkwater's long-term futures both look bleak at Chelsea.
One out of favour Chelsea star is not reportedly in any rush to quit the club, despite not yet featuring in manager Maurizio Sarri’s plans.