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Chelsea are currently going through an injury crisis in defense, forcing the club to consider recalling Trevoch Chalobah back from loan.
Injuries to Wesley Fofana and Benoît Badiashile have left Enzo Maresca’s side short of options in central defence, forcing the club to rely on academy graduate Josh Acheampong, who made his full Premier League debut in the recent 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace.
Chelsea are eyeing Trevoh Chalobah as a short-term solution to their injury crisis
And according to the report from Football Londonthe current situation has led the club to consider ending Chalobah’s loan deal with Palace this month.
Chalobah joined Palace on a season-long loan at the end of the summer transfer window after being deemed surplus to requirements by new Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca.
The Blues boss opted to leave Chalobah out for pre-season, with a surplus of defensive options at the time including Levi Colwill, Tosin Adarabioyo and Axel Disasi. He was also one of many players who were exiled from the Blues’ first team facilities.
Since his move, the 25-year-old defender has flourished under Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner. Chalobah has made 12 appearances for the Eagles, contributing three goals, including a crucial strike in their recent 2-1 win over Southampton.
While Palace are reportedly keen to keep Chalobah until the end of the season, the club are said to be prepared for his possible departure, with other defensive options available in their squad.
For Chelsea, bringing Chalobah back to Stamford Bridge would address their immediate defensive concerns. The versatile Englishman, who can play across the back line, offers much-needed Premier League experience compared to the relatively untested options currently at Maresca’s disposal.
Maresca impressed in his first season at Chelsea
The former Leicester manager has done a remarkable job in his first season with the Blues so far, losing just 4 league games, sitting 4th in points just four points behind 2nd placed Arsenal.
However, their recent form has been shaky, with two defeats and two draws in their last 4 games.
Maresca will be hoping to sort out the defense and get back to winning ways to continue their push for a top 4 finish and possibly beyond.
