Just two years ago Ruben Loftus-Cheek was England's secret weapon at a World Cup... now, in exile at Chelsea, his career is at a crossroads.
The 24-year-old has failed to live up to the hype that earned him a place in Gareth Southgate's tournament squad for Russia 2018, with a mixture of long-term injuries and poor displays in a Chelsea shirt contributing to his downfall.
And with high-profile signings such as Kai Havertz further limiting his chances in west London, Loftus-Cheek is expected to be moved on, with relegation candidates Aston Villa and West Ham keen to take him in on loan this season.