Chelsea fans have been left stunned by an image of their former hero, 19 years after he left Stamford Bridge, though he still retains one of his most iconic features.
In 1997, the Blues were a completely different club. Having won their first major trophy in more than 20 years the season prior, the Stamford Bridge outfit set about crafting a team capable of winning the league title.
In came players who would leave a lasting legacy at the club. The likes of Celestine Babayaro, Graeme Le Saux, Gus Poyet and Tore Andre Flo were all snapped up ahead of the 1997-98 campaign under their exciting coach Ruud Gullit.