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'He was just the perfect captain': Joe Cole names 'leader' and Chelsea legend John Terry as the best skipper in Premier League history

Former Chelsea star Joe Cole has labelled John Terry as the 'perfect leader' and 'best captain' in Premier League history.

Terry spent 19 trophy-laden years at Chelsea and is the club's most successful skipper, having won every major honour during his time at Stamford Bridge before leaving for Aston Villa in 2017.

Cole played alongside Terry at Chelsea for seven years between 2003 and 2010 and hailed his former team-mates' ability to lead.

The former England star had played under some brilliant captains in his career, including Steven Gerrard at Liverpool, but named John Terry as the best.