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England left-back Ben Chilwell, sidelined by Enzo Maresca at Chelsea, could find refuge in Turkey to revive his career. At 27, and with just 21 appearances in all competitions for the 2023-24 season, Chilwell has become unwanted at Stamford Bridge. With major European transfer windows closed, the Turkish Super Lig, which remains open until September 18, offers a final opportunity for the player to avoid a prolonged period without competition. Chelsea are reportedly open to a loan move to Fenerbahce, where new manager José Mourinho is actively looking to bolster his defence following Ferdi Kadioglu’s departure to Brighton. A loan deal, with an option to buy, could see the England international regain playing time and Chelsea reduce their wage bill.
Fenerbahçe, an expected rebound for Chilwell
Ben Chilwell, who remains under contract with Chelsea until 2027 and is on a hefty salary of over €220,000 per week, has seen his transfer options narrowed after aborted negotiations with Manchester United. A swap deal involving Jadon Sancho had been mooted but fell through. Now, Fenerbahçe appear to be the ideal solution for the England full-back, especially as the Istanbul club, under Mourinho, have already managed to attract talents such as Allan Saint-Maximin and Youssef En-Nesyri this summer. While Chelsea would prefer a permanent transfer to reduce their wage bill, a loan move seems the most realistic option. Chilwell hopes to avoid being sidelined and prepare for a possible winter departure if the situation does not stabilise. For Chelsea, a loan move to Turkey represents an opportunity to play an asset while remaining flexible about his future.
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To summarize
Ben Chilwell, who remains under contract with Chelsea until 2027 and is on a hefty salary of over €220,000 per week, has seen his transfer options narrowed after failed negotiations with Manchester United. A swap deal involving Jadon Sancho was mooted but fell through. Now, Fenerbahçe appear to be the ideal solution for the England full-back.
