Analysis - Chelsea's title built on granite foundations


Chelsea's Thibaut Courtois, John Terry, Eden Hazard, Willian and Branislav Ivanovic celebrate after winning the Barclays Premier League Reuters / Dylan Martinez Livepic

LONDON (Reuters) - While some of his rivals were spending millions on marquee defenders last summer Jose Mourinho was happy to sell David Luiz secure in the knowledge he had a back four that would be the bedrock of Chelsea's title push.

With the Premier League trophy now back at Stamford Bridge, Mourinho's judgement has again proved spot on as John Terry, Gary Cahill, Branislav Ivanovic and Cesar Azpilicueta have been the most reliable defensive unit in the country.

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