Manchester United have been offered the chance to sign Ben Chilwell, with United in search of a left-back. ..Read Full Article
Chilwell was left out of the Chelsea squad for Chelsea’s opening game of the season against Manchester City, and Enzo Maresca has now made it clear that he doesn’t need the 27-year-old.
The Chelsea manager said: “With Chilly, he is a lovely guy but he will struggle. If you define this as brutal, it’s up to you to decide. For me, it’s not brutal, it’s just honest.”
Chilwell has been suffering injury problems for some time now, since signing as a Chelsea player.
He made just 21 appearances in all competitions last season – 13 of those starts – as he struggled with hamstring and knee issues, limited to just 15 Premier League starts during the 2022-23 season.
For Manchester United, they are considered bringing in another left-back, as the left-back role is currently vacant.
Tyrell Malacia has not played since May 2023, and is still recovering from a long-term knee problem with Luke Shaw once again sidelined with a calf injury.
Diogo Dalot deputised at left-back against Fulham on Friday with new signing Noussair Mazraoui starting on the right.
With concerns over Luke Shaw’s ability to stay fit in a season, talkSPORT report Chilwell has been offered to Manchester United.
It’s yet to be seen whether Manchester United will opt to sign another injury-prone player in their left-back spot.
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