Ben Chilwell finds last-minute Chelsea escape route with Crystal Palace set to foot half of his huge wages to seal deadline day loan deal for exiled Blues defender
- Chilwell set to join Crystal Palace
- Palace will foot half of his wages
- Has not played since September
WHAT HAPPENED?
Chilwell has been cast out of the Chelsea squad by Enzo Maresca since the Italian signed with the Blues last summer. The left-back was told by the west London side that he was not a part of his plans for the season but failed to secure a move away from Stamford Bridge and has only played once this season – a 45-minute-stint in the Carabao Cup third-round clash against fourth-tier side Barrow.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Chilwell has been looking for an exit this winter and has been linked with a number of clubs. However, as per The Athletic, Crystal Palace have now struck a deal with Chelsea to sign the England international on a six-month loan until the end of the current season.
DID YOU KNOW?
As per The Telegraph, Crystal Palace have agreed to foot half of Chilwell’s massive wages during the period of the loan. The England international earns close to £200,000-per-week at Stamford Bridge and his wages had been a major factor in all of his
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(C)Getty ImagesWHAT NEXT FOR CHILWELL?
Lack of fitness could be a cause of concern for Crystal Palace with Chilwell not having played for well over four months. As such, the Eagles’ next clash against League Two side Doncaster Rovers in the FA Cup fourth round could be the perfect test for the left-back’s fitness.
