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.

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

Crystal Palace are unlikely to sign another centre-back after defender Trevoh Chalobah was recalled by Chelsea. On Wednesday, the Blues used their recall option to end Chalobah's loan deal with the Eagles and he returned to his parent club.

Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner expects a replacement to be signed after Chelsea recalled Trevoh Chalobah. The Blues defender joined Palace on-loan for the season in August, but is now back at Stamford Bridge. Glasner said on Friday: "I hope we can announce a signing quite early.

Chelsea have recalled defender Trevoh Chalobah from his loan spell at fellow Premier League side Crystal Palace.

Short-lived Selhurst Park spell clearly made a big impact on Blues defender, who is heading back to Stamford Bridge

Trevoh Chalobah returns to Chelsea from Crystal Palace as the Blues deal with defensive injuries. But will his stay be short-lived?

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.

Crystal Palace are unlikely to sign defender after Trevoh Chalobah's departure as they are focused on bringing players in other positions. The post Crystal Palace Unlikely To Bring In Defender appeared first on Inside Futbol | Latest Football News,

According to reports, Crystal Palace have now set their sights on signing a young central defender who could replace Trevoh Chalobah.