Trevoh Chalobah Loan Deal: Crystal Palace Secures Chelsea Defender

Trevoh Chalobah's Loan to Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace has reached an agreement to sign defender Trevoh Chalobah on loan from Chelsea. The centre-back will undergo a medical before joining the Selhurst Park club for the remainder of the 2024-25 campaign. The deal is a straight loan, with no obligation to buy, although Palace has paid an undisclosed fee to secure the defender’s services.

Impact of the Signing

The 25-year-old becomes Palace’s fifth summer signing following the arrivals of several players aimed at bolstering the squad. Chalobah will provide added defensive cover for Oliver Glasner after losing a key player earlier this month. Despite four bids for another international player, Palace has secured Chalobah, who signed a new long-term contract at Stamford Bridge in November 2022, knowing he was not in head coach Enzo Maresca’s plans for the new season.

Chalobah's Career Overview

Chalobah has had limited first-team opportunities in recent seasons, falling behind first-choice centre-backs. After joining Chelsea at nine and making his first-team debut under Thomas Tuchel, he has played 80 times for the club, scoring five goals. Internationally, he represented England at all levels but is yet to secure a cap for the senior team.