The Blues lifted the trophy for the fifth time as they surged to victory with two games to spare, eventually beating second-placed Tottenham by seven points.

Bakayoko was Antonio Conte's second capture of the transfer window, the midfielder joining from Monaco in a move reported to be worth £40million, following Roma defender Antonio Rudiger's switch to Stamford Bridge.

The 28-year-old is enjoying time off in South America while his team-mates continue their pre-season tour in China and Singapore.

Sky Sports is launching 10 new-look channels on Tuesday and, in one of the highlights of the first day's schedule, we have taken a behind-the-scenes look at Chelsea's victorious campaign with a special show that will air on Sky Sports Premier League (channel 402) at 9pm.

Though Chelsea have won 6 FA Youth Cups in 8 years, the departure of these young players suggests that, despite encouraging signs that Chelsea are investing in youth, The Blues' development system has become a little more than a cute money-maker.

Apart from his physicality and hold up play, the Spaniard brings mobility to the role and a goal-poaching attitude.

The Telegraph have suggested they are keeping their options open and are happy to bide their time.

Aguero could attempt to force a move through but that may only antagonise the club's owners.

Christian Benteke is another player being considered.

The Real Madrid deputy was thought to have all but signed for United a matter of weeks ago.

The Brazilian born, Spain international, said in June that he had received a text message from Chelsea coach Antonio Conte telling him that he was not in the Italian's plans for next season. AC Milan are known to be interested in the Torino striker and Belotti is a self-proclaimed Rossoneri fan.