'I don't know what they're planning': Premier League manager urges Chelsea not to recall star player

Crystal Palace Manager Oliver Glasner has urged injury-hit Chelsea not to recall Trevoh Chalobah following the Blues' recent 1-1 Premier League draw at Selhurst Park.

Enzo Maresca's side, who loaned Chalobah to the Eagles last August, are currently in the midst of an injury crisis. Wesley Fofana could miss the rest of the ongoing season and Benoit Badiashile also has a hamstring injury now.

Due to his current situation, Maresca was forced to start Josh Acheampong at centre-back against Crystal Palace earlier this Saturday When asked about his side's plans in the winter transfer window, responded (h/t Football Transfers):

“Even if we don't decide to buy players or sell players, we already knew that Josh was good enough. But with the injuries of Benoit Badiashile and Wesley Fofana, we will see if something can happen.”

After the end of the Premier League competition at Selhurst Park, Glasner shared his two cents on the possibility of Chelsea remembering Chalobah this month. He stated (with football transfers):

“I saw that Axel Disasi and Tosin Adarabioyo were on the bench. I don't know if you need another one if you play with two. I just read that Aaron Anselmino (is) back so they have five. I don't know what Trevoh is planning for us he's doing great.”

So far this campaign, Chalobah has started all 14 appearances in all competitions for Glasner's outfit. It has appeared in 12 Premier League matches, finding the back of the net three times and picking up a yellow card, for themselves.

Enzo Maresca comments on Chelsea's poor form

After Chelsea's 1-1 League draw at Selhurst Park, Enzo Maresca was asked for his thoughts on his side's run of form. He responded (h/t football.london):

“Two or three weeks ago, we were talking about the title race. I never thought about (the title race). We knew Newcastle (United), Aston Villa and Manchester City would be there, so for me , it's not about the table, it's about how we can make things better.”

Maresca, who left Leicester City to join the Blues in 2024, continued:

“Today's performance was very good on and off the ball. I knew at this point in the season, every season it's going to happen that some teams won't win some games. That's why I think every game is Sometimes I think for a reason and sometimes by another.”

Chelsea, who are fourth with 36 points from 20 league games, enjoyed 62% of possession and registered 15 shots in their clash against Crystal Palace.

The Blues will face each other next Morecambe in the FA Cup on January 11.