Trevoh Chalobah Unavailable for Chelsea Recall Amid Defensive Crisis
Chelsea cannot recall Trevoh Chalobah from his loan at Crystal Palace as Enzo Maresca explores other defensive solutions.
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The Standard
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Steve Worrell
Chelsea’s defensive options are limited as Wesley Fofana and Benoit Badiashile face extended injury absences, but recalling Trevoh Chalobah from Crystal Palace is not an option due to the lack of a mid-season break clause in his loan agreement. Manager Enzo Maresca has hinted at the possibility of recalling other loanees, though there are no plans for Alfie Gilchrist or Bashir Humphreys to return. Meanwhile, 19-year-old Aaron Anselmino has been recalled from Boca Juniors but is not expected to make an immediate first-team impact. With attacking options also under review, Marc Guiu could see increased involvement in the Premier League as the Blues look to bolster their squad mid-season.
- Chelsea cannot recall Trevoh Chalobah from Crystal Palace due to the absence of a mid-season break clause in his loan deal.
- Chalobah has impressed at Palace, starting 12 of the last 13 Premier League games and scoring three goals.
- Defensive injuries to Wesley Fofana and Benoit Badiashile have forced Chelsea to evaluate other loan recalls.
- Aaron Anselmino has returned from Boca Juniors but is not expected to play a first-team role immediately.
- Alfie Gilchrist and Bashir Humphreys, both on loan, will not be recalled, with Humphreys’ deal including an option-to-buy at Burnley.
- Enzo Maresca has hinted that young striker Marc Guiu, currently the Conference League’s top scorer, could receive more Premier League minutes.
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Steve Worrell
Steve, Co-founder of The 1905 Club, created the platform to provide honest, clickbait-free Chelsea FC content. He worked at Stamford Bridge from 2013 to 2016 with a Champions League sponsor. His first Chelsea match was a 1-0 win at Leeds in 2000, and his favourite was the epic 2012 Champions League game against Napoli.
