Crystal Palace confirm loan deal for Chelsea defender
Crystal Palace have confirmed the signing of Ben Chilwell on loan from Chelsea.
The 28-year-old, who can operate in a number of positions on the left side of the pitch, joins the Eagles until the end of the season.
Chiwell has only featured once for Chelsea this season – an EFL Cup clash against League Two side Barrow – and was frozen out by Enzo Maresca.
Palace were in the market for a left wing-back to provide cover and competition for Tyrick Mitchell.
Chiwell becomes Palace’s second and final signing of the January transfer window – joining Romain Esse, who signed in a £14.5million switch from Millwall
Chilwell said: “I’m very excited to be here. Crystal Palace are a club that’s going in a great direction. You look at the last few months, with the results and how the team’s playing, and it was a no-brainer to make the decision to come here.”
Chairman Steve Parish said: “Ben has experience at the highest level of European and international football. I’m delighted that he has joined us on loan, and we believe he will prove to be a great addition to the squad.”
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