Chelsea loanee Alfie Gilchrist has struggled for game time at Sheffield United due to injury and EFL loan rules, potentially impacting both his development and Chelsea’s summer transfer plans.
After making a strong start to life on loan at Sheffield United, Alfie Gilchrist has not featured for six weeks due to an ankle injury and squad selection limits imposed by EFL rules. The 21-year-old had established himself as a key player in a team pushing for Premier League promotion, starting 12 consecutive matches before being sidelined. His absence coincided with Sheffield United’s January signing of Rob Holding, which increased competition for places.
Chelsea are closely monitoring Gilchrist’s progress, with a potential summer sale in mind, following a similar approach to Bashir Humphreys’ £15m move to Burnley. However, with Chelsea’s defensive options strengthening and Josh Acheampong emerging as a top prospect, Gilchrist’s chances of making it at Stamford Bridge appear slim. His immediate focus will be regaining fitness and reclaiming a spot in the Sheffield United squad before the season ends.
