Why Chelsea should sign Ben Chilwell to improve their defensive options
According to The Mirror, Chelsea are eyeing a summer move for Leicester City defender Ben Chilwell to boost their options at the backline.
Chilwell, 23, has established himself as one of the best left-backs in the Premier League since making it through the Foxes’ youth academy. He has been a regular member of the first-team since 2016 and has also emerged as England’s first-choice left-back.
The youngster has been in fine form in the last two seasons and has attracted interest from several Premier League clubs including Manchester United and Manchester City, as per Daily Mail.
Frank Lampard has done a decent job in his first season as the Blues manager despite having to do with a lot of injuries to several key players. He has favoured the youngsters throughout the campaign and the likes of Tammy Abraham, Mason Mount and Callum Hudson-Odoi have all been brilliant so far.
Chelsea are currently 4th in the league standings as they hope to qualify for the Champions League next season. However, the manager should focus on strengthening the backline before the start of the new campaign.
In the heat of the defence, Antonio Rudiger is the only defender who has shown consistency since his return from injury. Whereas, Fikayo Tomori, Kurt Zouma and Andreas Christensen have failed to claim the spot despite having enough opportunities.
Chilwell – A future left-back for Chelsea
Lampard has faced a dilemma in the left-back position with Marcos Alonso and Emerson Palmieri, both of whom have failed to convince the manager. The Brazil-born Italy international has fallen out of favour this term and could be on the move at the end of the season, as per the Metro, leaving only Alonso available in that position.
Therefore, Lampard must bring in reinforcements to add depth to the squad and Leicester’s Ben Chilwell would be an ideal option for Chelsea.
Chilwell has been in scintillating form for the Foxes in the last two years. He has done well both in attacking and defensive situations. Last season, he contributed with 5 assists and has continued with the fine form this term, with 2 goals and 4 assists so far.
The English international has gone from strength to strength and could be a valuable addition to Chelsea’s squad if he is able to replicate the same form. He has the ability to develop into one of the best in his position.
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Verdict
Given Chelsea’s lack of quality at left-back, signing Chilwell in the summer would be a wise decision if they are to challenge in various competitions next season. He can provide them with goals and assists from a deeper position and could also represent them in the long run, as he is just 23.
