Didier Drogba retires end of season - to take up Coaching role under Jose'

The 36-year-old rejoined the club during the summer after leaving in 2012 following the famous Champions League win over Bayern Munich.

Despite making 22 appearances in all competitions, Drogba has found himself playing second-fiddle to big-money signing Diego Costa, whilst also finding himself in a battle with Loic Remy to be the second-choice striker.

Also threatening Drogba's position at Stamford Bridge is the imminent arrival of Kramaric, although the Croatia international will be loaned to feeder club Vitesse Arnhem for the remainder of the season.

However, Mourinho intends to put Kramaric in the first-team from the start of next season, and according to reports, Drogba will now announce his retirement in the coming weeks with the intention of taking up a coaching role with the club.

http://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/549772/Chelsea-Didier-Drogba-Stamford-Bridge-Retirement