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04/10/25 18:30:00

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Chelsea cannot afford to continue in a defensive crisis. With several critical absences, the club has already decided that signing a central defender will be a priority in the upcoming winter transfer market.

Injuries have depleted the center of defense at Stamford Bridge. Levi Colwill suffered a serious ligament rupture and will be out for several months.

In addition to this blow, the absences of Wesley Fofana and Tosin Adarabioyo, which have already been confirmed by the club, leave Enzo Maresca with few reliable options in defense. The need has been publicly acknowledged: Maresca warned that the club must address this shortfall as soon as possible.

The defensive urgency of Chelsea

The winter transfer market is complex, but Chelsea is determined to take action. They do not want to wait until summer to address this defensive gap.

The team made it clear in the summer that they intended to strengthen that position, although market deadlines and customs prevented the closure of a deal. Now, facing the pressure of competing in the Premier League and aiming for success in the Champions League, the club must identify a top-level central defender who can provide immediate performance and solidity.

What characteristics is Chelsea looking for in their next central defender?

The priority will be someone with the ability to maintain possession, play from the back, and read the game under pressure. They must bring height, aerial ability, and versatility to adapt to formations with either three or two central defenders depending on the opponent. It will also be essential that they are available without recurring injuries, given the recent history of absences in that area.

Who could be the candidates?

Official confirmed names are not known, but market reports indicate that Chelsea is already exploring alternatives.

Some rumors mention the possibility of reconsidering players like Marc Guéhi, although their price may complicate the deal. There is also talk of potential internal movements, such as the return or recall of young central defenders who may be on loan.

The club could even choose to reinforce the position with players on medium-term contracts if the economic proposal allows it.

Impact on the Premier League and Champions League

To compete in the Premier League and aim in Europe, Chelsea needs to regain defensive balance. A quality central defender could be the missing piece.

Without this reinforcement, Maresca runs the risk of vulnerabilities being costly in crucial matches. In the Champions League, defensive demands increase: individual errors can tip the balance of the contest.

The challenge facing Chelsea is enormous: strengthening their defense under pressure with a limited market. However, with Maresca demanding and urgencies in sight, the club seems willing to make a move. If they succeed with their next central defender, they can turn their fortunes in the Premier League and once again aim in the Champions League. Meanwhile, time is ticking for Chelsea and their defensive pursuit.

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