Former Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien pays tribute to departing legend Cesar Azpilicueta

In a heartfelt message on social media, former Ghana midfielder Michael Essien has expressed his admiration for Cesar Azpilicueta, who bids farewell to Chelsea after an illustrious eleven-year spell at the club.

Essien, who played alongside Azpilicueta during his time at Stamford Bridge before departing for AC Milan in 2014, took to Twitter to pay tribute to the Spanish defender.

“A true legend, Cesar Azpilicueta. I wish you all the best,” tweeted Essien, capturing the sentiment shared by many in the footballing world.

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Azpilicueta joined Chelsea in 2012, two years before Essien left.

The departure of Azpilicueta marks the end of an era at Chelsea, as the defender leaves behind a legacy of success and dedication.

During his time with the Blues, Azpilicueta achieved remarkable feats, lifting numerous trophies that etched his name into the annals of Chelsea’s history.

Notably, he played an instrumental role in the club’s UEFA Champions League triumph as well as their Europa League conquests.