Ben Chilwell
CRY
Left Back
Overlapping Full Back
Dec 21, 1996 (29)
Left
5'11"
170 lb
Still unavailable
Chilwell (undisclosed) has been left out of Crystal Palace's squad for Sunday's Premier League encounter against Brighton after failing to recover from his recent fitness issue.
Analysis: Chilwell will miss his third consecutive match across all competitions after sitting out the recent fixtures against Nottingham Forest and Lyon. The left-back had been considered a potential option for Sunday's meeting with Brighton, but he has not recovered sufficiently to rejoin the matchday squad. Chilwell has recorded one goal in two Premier League substitute appearances totaling 29 minutes this season, alongside an assist in his lone EFL Cup start. Tyrick Mitchell remains ahead of him in the competition for the starting left wing-back position, while a timetable for Chilwell's return has yet to be established.
Ruled out with knee injury
Chilwell is ruled out for Friday's clash against Marseille after picking up a knee issue Sunday at Newcastle, according to Alsasports.
Analysis: Chilwell was expected to start the season as the fixture at left back, offering both defensive solidity and the composure and experience gained from years in the Premier League to a young Strasbourg squad, and Mateo Del Blanco is now expected to step in and try to fill that void in his absence. His recovery timeline will be one to track closely as Strasbourg navigate this early setback at a position they can least afford to be short on experience.
Fit for bench
Chilwell (undisclosed) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Angers.
Analysis: Chilwell is back in the team despite some injury complaints, with the defender only fit enough for the bench. The hope will be that he can finish the season in a starting role next week, as he has started in 19 of his 10 appearances this season.
Doubtful to face Angers
Chilwell is doubtful for Sunday's match against Angers, according to manager Gary O'Neil, per Jonathan Helbling of Alsa Sports. "Ben, probably not."
Analysis: Chilwell is looking to be a no-go for Sunday, as the defender is suffering from an undisclosed injury that leaves him doubtful. This comes after he missed their last match as well, not seeing the field in their past three league games. He has been serving at left-back when an option, with Abdoul Ouattara likely to start there again, with Chillwell unlikely to play.
Fit for cup play
Chilwell (calf) is an option for play again, according to manager Gary O'Neil, per Dorian Faucherand of Alsa Sports.
Analysis: Chilwell will not miss any more time after a small calf injury was enough to halt him over the weekend, as the defender is now fit to face Nice in the Coupe de France. This will give the club back a starting defender as the end of the season nears, typically their top option at left-back. The hope will be that he can remain fit for the final few games, as he has missed out on three of their past six games through injury.
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