Chelsea under-21 midfielder Leo Castledine has temporarily returned from his loan at Shrewsbury Town after being diagnosed with a stress fracture in his lower back.
Leo Castledine’s promising loan spell at Shrewsbury Town has been interrupted due to a back injury. The 19-year-old midfielder, who had made 26 appearances in his first senior season, has not played since 25th January after initially being diagnosed with an overuse injury. However, further scans revealed a minor stress fracture, prompting Chelsea to recall him for treatment at Cobham.
Shrewsbury Town remains hopeful that Castledine can return before the end of the season, but Chelsea is prioritising his rehabilitation to avoid rushing his recovery. Both clubs have been pleased with his progress, and his loan had not been reconsidered during the January transfer window.
