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Mar52021 by JBNo Comments

What Ben Chilwell did to force Jurgen Klopp into Mo Salah substitution

Premier League

Chelsea left-back Ben Chilwell outmatched the Premier League's top scorer Mohamed Salah in their 1-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield. Chilwell was tasked with keeping Salah quiet and he did just that as the blues condemned Liverpool to a fifth consecutive defeat at home for the first time in their history. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); With Klopp's side a goal down, through Mason Mount's first-half strike, the Liverpool head coach decided to withdraw the Egyptian forward in the 62nd minute and replace him with Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain. According to Sky Sports, this was the earliest Salah had been substituted in a Premier League match since September 2017 and he was not happy about it, shaking his head as he made his way to the bench. After the gam...

Feb142021 by JBNo Comments

Tuchel sends message to Chilwell over Alonso battle

Premier League

Thomas Tuchel has assured Ben Chilwell that he remains in his plans at Chelsea, despite Marcos Alonso usurping him as first-choice at left-back under the new manager. Chilwell joined Chelsea from Leicester City over the summer and became a key player under Frank Lampard, but has seen his role limited under Tuchel. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Alonso has been restored to the first team under the German coach, when he had struggled for minutes under Lampard and the defender has impressed since his return to the team. Given the form of Luke Shaw, Chilwell will be sweating on his place in the England national team at the Euros next summer. Tuchel says he can understand the player’s anxiety, but says he remains in his plans and will get opportunities to ...

Nov162020 by JBNo Comments

Ben Chilwell hopeful of quick return after back spasm in England defeat

Premier League

Ben Chilwell is hopeful of making a quick recovery after a back problem cut short his appearance in England’s 2-0 defeat against Belgium. First-half goals from Tielemans and Dries Mertens was enough to seal comfortable win for Belgium and the result ensured England missed out in the Nations League finals. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Chelsea left-back has had a good start to the campaign for both club and country but had to be substituted for Bukayo Saka in the 38th minute of the game. According to Telegraph reporter Matt Law, Chilwell was taken off due to a back spasm but be is hoping it’s not a major problem and that it was caused by the amount of travelling he’s had to do over the past few weeks. But, it’s claimed Chilwell is unlikely to be...

Nov162020 by JBNo Comments

Chelsea worry as Ben Chilwell is forced off for England with injury

Premier League

Chelsea are currently sweating over the fitness of Ben Chilwell after the defender was forced off with an injury during England’s Uefa Nations League match against Belgium. Chilwell had to be substituted after just 38 minutes in the 2-0 loss to Belgium and left the pitch holding his lower back. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Chelsea boss Frank Lampard will be concerned Chilwell may not be fit to play Saturday clash with Newcastle when they return to Premier League action after the international break. Chilwell has settled into the the blues side after his £45m transfer from Leicester City in the summer and sorted the left-back position problem at Chelsea. At a time when Lampard seems to have found a settled defence and goalkeeper which includes Chilwe...

Oct142020 by JBNo Comments

Chilwell & Kurt Zouma pay tribute to Chelsea signing

Premier League

Chelsea defenders Ben Chilwell and Kurt Zouma have both paid tribute to the club's summer signing Thiago Silva and claim their new team-mate has ‘everything’. Silva signed a one-year deal at Stamford Bridge in August after leaving PSG following their Champions League final defeat at the hands of Bayern Munich last campaign. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Silva had a difficult start to his Premier League career at the club, making a mistake in a 3-3 draw with West Brom, but was more assuring as the blues thrashed Crystal Palace 4-0. Chilwell and Zouma are both delighted to be sharing a dressing room with Brazil star Silva and believe he is a superb role model for the players. Ben Chilwell, who moved to Chelsea from Leicester City over the summer, sai...

Oct132020 by JBNo Comments

Ben Chilwell leaves England training camp with foot injury & returns to Chelsea

Premier League

Chelsea defender Ben Chilwell will play no part in the game against Denmark after leaving England’s training camp early with a foot injury. The 23-year-old missed England’s previous Nations League 2-1 win over Belgium after coming down with an illness and had been training alone. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Kieran Trippier started at left wing-back in place of Chilwell as they came from behind to beat Belgium at the weekend but the Atletico Madrid player has now left England’s camp due to a personal issue. According to Sky Sports, Chilwell’s foot injury is a pre-existing issue and the player's fitness will be closely assessed by Chelsea ahead of an important few weeks for the club. Chelsea will play Southampton when the Premier League returns next ...

Oct12020 by JBNo Comments

Ben Chilwell reveals what Ashley Cole told him after Chelsea move

Premier League

Chelsea summer signing Ben Chilwell has revealed the advice he received from former blues defender Ashley Cole after his move to Stamford Bridge. Chelsea completed the signing of Chilwell from Premier League rivals Leicester City in August. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The 23-year-old made his Chelsea debut in last week’s 6-0 EFL Cup victory over Barnsley, and also played in their recent defeat to Tottenham. Chilwell wants to follow in the footsteps of England legend Cole, who won the Premier League, Champions League and Europa League during his time at Chelsea. Cole has spoken with Chilwell since he completed his move to Chelsea and has advised him on how to become a fans’ favourite at the club. Chilwell said: ‘He [Cole] said, “work hard’. It ...

Sep62020 by JBNo Comments

Hakim Ziyech & Chilwell major injury doubts for Chelsea debuts vs Brighton

Premier League

Hakim Ziyech and Ben Chilwell may both have to wait for their Chelsea debuts as they are injury doubts for the Premier League game against Brighton on Monday 14 September. Ziyech suffered a twist in his knee in a friendly game against Brighton last week, while Chilwell was struggling with a heel injury when he joined the club from Leicester City last month. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Moroccan will almost certainly miss the Premier League opener against the Seagulls, with his return date still unknown, while Chilwell is already back in training but remains a huge doubt for the game. The England international started training with the blues this week, but has been forced to do so alone due to his injury, so remains far from being match fit. ‘I...

Aug262020 by JBNo Comments

Ben Chilwell gives injury update after completing Chelsea move

Premier League

Ben Chilwell has revealed that he is on the mend from a heel injury after finally completing his transfer move to Chelsea. The left-back signed for Chelsea from Leicester City in a deal worth around £50million, penning a five-year contract with the London side. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Chilwell was Frank Lampard’s number one target this summer after coming through Leicester City's youth ranks and has already established himself as one of the best full-backs in the Premier League. The 23-year-old was a key player in Brendan Rodgers’ side, but missed the last weeks of the rescheduled 2019/20 campaign due to a heel injury. With the beginning of the new Premier League season just over two weeks away, Chilwell offered an update on his recovery from t...

Aug212020 by JBNo Comments

Chelsea set to finally sign Ben Chilwell from Leicester in a £50m deal

Transfer Info, Premier League

Chelsea are close to completing a £50m deal for Ben Chilwell with the Leicester City star having already undergone medical checks, according to reports. Frank Lampard has been desperate to sign a new left-back to reinforce his defence, with Chilwell his long-time top target. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, the player missed the last five Premier League games of the campaign with a knee injury, with Leicester City missing out on a top four place. According to The Athletic, the blues are now close to agreeing a £50m deal for Chilwell with the club resigned to losing him. Leicester have not given serious consideration to options for the position, with Lampard always adamant that Chilwell was his number one priority. The deal is advanced as Chi...