Chelsea’s centre-back puzzle deepens as Maresca weighs internal options
Chelsea face a waiting game as Levi Colwill remains sidelined with injury.
Enzo Maresca has asked for a new centre back to fill the gap.
The club insists there is no suitable deal on the market.
Internal options are the order of the day for now.
Josh Acheampong took his chance against Crystal Palace on opening weekend.
Acheampong started with Trevoh Chalobah as Colwill’s absence loomed.
Tosin Adarabioyo has a minor injury but could be back for Friday night.
Adarabioyo may return for the West Ham game while Chelsea explore options.
Acheampong has drawn attention from City and others.
Chelsea morph into a back three in possession, testing their line breaking passes.
Replacing Colwill’s long passes will be difficult, but Maresca has choices.
The decision will shape Chelsea’s pressing shape and buildup rotations.
For now, the focus is on durability, trust, and a plan B.
Spurs will be watching with a sly grin and a wary eye.
The weekend fixtures promise a stern test for Maresca and his squad.
TLDR
- Colwill’s injury pushes Chelsea to rely on internal options, with Acheampong pushing for more responsibility.
- Chelsea look to a back three in possession, but long passes from defence remain a test.
- Rivals Spurs and City will watch closely as the summer market stays quiet.
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