Chalobah was reluctant to return to simply make up the numbers in Maresca's squad. He has been assured that he has a role to play

Chelsea have recalled centre-back Trevoh Chalobah from his loan at Crystal Palace as they look to bolster their defensive options for the second half of the season.

Trevoh Chalobah has had his loan spell at Crystal Palace terminated with Chelsea recalling the defender - and Enzo Maresca has changed his tune on the defender since the summer

The centre-half was due to play the FA Cup third round tie against Stockport County, so why was he prevented from taking part?

Chelsea are likely to sell Trevoh Chalobah in the summer if he wants to leave. Chalobah has been recalled from his loan at Crystal Palace to help ease the defensive shortage at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea co-sporting director Paul Winstanley called the 25-year-old on Tuesday night to inform him that he was being recalled early.

ARMANDO BROJA is set to become the second loanee to return to Chelsea this month after picking up a horror injury at Everton. Trevoh Chalobah is back in west London after being recalled from his

Chelsea have decided to recall Trevoh Chalobah from his loan at Crystal Palace, with the defender set to miss Wednesday night’s trip to Leicester City...

Every few seasons, Crystal Palace fans fall into the same trap: They fall in love with a loan player from Chelsea. First it was Ruben Loftus-Cheek. Then it was Michy Batshuayi (the first time round when he could actually score goals). Then it was Conor Gallagher.

Chelsea are reportedly still in talks to sign a new centre back currently playing in the Premier League, despite recalling Trevoh Chalobah this month.