Chelsea defender ready for crucial talks with Enzo Maresca

Despite being available for a transfer, Ben Chilwell has failed to leave Chelsea.

The English defender is not in Enzo Maresca’s plans and has lost his place in recent weeks, as well as the role of vice-captain.

While the 27-year-old could still leave on loan, Chelsea will retain the disgraced left-back if they cannot find a candidate willing to pay him his £200,000-a-week wages.

Ben Chilwell ready for transfer talks with Chelsea

Should this be the case, Chilwell will hold key talks with Maresca next week to cement his role within the team, according to a recent report from GiveMeSport.

The defender wants to understand how he can adapt to the Italian’s tactical system. However, there is a general feeling that Chilwell will not be included in any of his manager’s matchday squads for the Blues’ biggest games.

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The former Leicester City defender has also been excluded from Chelsea’s registered squad for European matches.

The full-back now faces a long wait for information about his fate. With three years left on his contract, he will be worried about playing time as he reaches the supposed peak of his career.