Crystal Palace are wasting no time this summer, with their preparations for next season well underway.
Mauricio Pochettino has already been replaced by Enzo Maresca, and Tosin Adarabioyo is all but confirmed to have become a Blue following a free transfer from Fulham.
However, Todd Boehly will have to spend a lot more on his next few targets, with Michael Olise and Benjamin Sesko both highly regarded.
However, the American will also need to axe a few players and there’s one that actually earns more than Olise and Sesko combined.
What Chelsea paid for Ben Chilwell
Just like new Chelsea boss Maresca, Ben Chilwell truly made a name for himself at Leicester City before making the switch to Stamford Bridge.
The left-back impressed over his 27 starts in the 2019/20 season, scoring three goals, picking up three assists, and keeping nine clean sheets in the process.
That summer, Chelsea came knocking and secured his services for £50m, signing a five-year deal that has since been extended until 2027.
Initially, Chilwell was extremely influential, once again starting 27 Premier League matches in his debut campaign, boasting an increased output of three goals and five assists.
However, he’s unfortunately not progressed much since, with his future now uncertain at the club.
What Ben Chilwell earns at Chelsea
Last season, the England international made just nine starts in the Premier League, with injury issues being a frequent problem.
In total, the left-back missed 30 games across all competitions, and unfortunately, his future role in the starting lineup isn’t guaranteed.
With Maresca being appointed, Chilwell must be fearing for his place in the team, given the Italian’s system doesn’t utilise a left-back in typical fashion.
In possession, the left back often tucks in to form a back three, with the right back inverting into midfield. This means that the 44-year-old often prefers a dynamic centre-back in the position, which suits Levi Colwill perfectly.
