- Fernando Torres (€58.5m)
The record transfer for Chelsea is their purchase of Spanish star Fernando Torres from English rivals Liverpool. The Anfield outfit were in need of funds and ended up selling their star striker when he was in his prime. However, his time at Chelsea was forgettable as he managed just 20 goals in 110 appearances compared to the 65 in 102 at Anfield. He will go down in Chelsea’s history as a failed signing.