Chelsea’s Aaron Anselmino Could Challenge Levi Colwill for Starting Spot

Rising star Aaron Anselmino is emerging as a serious competitor to Levi Colwill at Chelsea, with the 19-year-old’s defensive attributes drawing comparisons to former Blues favourite David Luiz.

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Craig 'Tosh' McKinnon
11 Mar
6:29
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Levi Colwill’s performances this season have raised concerns, with a growing number of defensive errors leading to scrutiny over his role in Enzo Maresca’s system. As Chelsea continue their youth-focused recruitment strategy, Argentine defender Aaron Anselmino is now viewed as a potential long-term replacement.

Signed from Boca Juniors for £15m, Anselmino has been training with the first team and has impressed with his composure, passing range, and defensive awareness—qualities that echo David Luiz’s versatility. With Wesley Fofana returning from injury and competition increasing, Colwill may soon find his place in the starting XI under threat.

Key Points

  • Levi Colwill’s defensive errors this season have sparked doubts over his long-term role in Chelsea’s backline.
  • Aaron Anselmino, a 19-year-old signed from Boca Juniors, has been compared to David Luiz for his technical ability and defensive aggression.
  • Anselmino impressed in Argentina’s top flight, completing 86% of his passes, registering three assists, and making 2.2 tackles per game.
  • Chelsea chose to keep Anselmino at the club instead of loaning him out in January, highlighting their belief in his potential.
  • If he continues his rapid development, Anselmino could soon challenge Colwill for a starting spot alongside Wesley Fofana.

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Co-founder of The1905Club. A life long Chelsea fan and season ticket holder for over twenty years. Now residing in Poland, this doesn't stop Tosh from watching every minute of every game.
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