Place of birth Romford , London , England Height 1.84 m (6 ft  1 ⁄ 2  in) [ 2 ] Playing position Midfielder Club information Current club Chelsea Number 8 Youth career 1994–1995 West Ham United Senior career* Years Team Apps † (Gls) † 1995–2001 West Ham United 147 (24) 1995–1996 → Swansea