I’d keep RDM and let Drogba leave as a legend – along with half a dozen other squad members.
And then if I was RDM…
I’d make Terry a player-coach (simply because, politically, you couldn’t sell him).
I’d make Lampard captain, Cahill vice-captain.
And I’d build the side around Torres – solid base, fast counter-attacks, Mata, Marin, Ramires – maybe Modric and Hazard as well – providing the ammunition.
I’d also make my kids ball-boys for the next home match…
Agree Drogba has achieved “legend” status – and as you suggest is now confirmed as leaving on that note.
Cole is another (of several) whose character I had my doubts about – but no denying his footballing qualities.