It’s halfway through the European football season and a great chance to check in on loanees from Chelsea. From great performances in France and Argentina to the challenges they are facing in England. Here’s how the Chelsea players away from Stamford Bridge continue making their mark.
Djordje Petrovic, Andrey Santos, and Caleb Wiley – Strasbourg
Strasbourg’s last four games have been marked by three defeats, but Petrovic and Santos have been great. In the 3-1 victory over Nantes, Petrovic was vital in stopping Nantes with some crucial saves. While Santos stole the show, scoring both of his team’s goals to seal a win. In all, Santos has scored five league goals and took up Strasbourg’s Player of the Month title in October. Caleb Wiley is recovering from a knee injury but recently played 90 minutes with Strasbourg’s ‘B’ team.
Aaron Anselmino – Boca Juniors
Aaron is still an important defensive player in Boca Juniors, though not always highly utilized during league games. Last time out, he provided a crucial assist in helping Godoy Cruz past the winning post while adding an important header in the Copa Argentina quarterfinals. He may now miss their semi final due to an injury to his hamstring.
David Fofana – Goztepe
David continues to gain momentum in Turkey. After scoring his first Super Lig goal, he has started the last three matches for Goztepe, which has been building an unbeaten home record with victories over Trabzonspor and Konyaspor.
Trevoh Chalobah – Crystal Palace
Trevoh thrives under the system of Oliver Glasner at Selhurst Park. He is playing every minute since the international break. Highlights include a clean sheet in a 1-0 win over Tottenham, a Carabao Cup quarter-final spot. And his first Palace goal in a 2-2 draw against Wolves.
Kepa Arrizabalaga – Bournemouth
Despite missing the last two games due to a slight injury, Kepa Arrizabalaga has ensured that Bournemouth’s number one keeper position is going nowhere from him. He made the most memorable save when he kept out Gabriel Martinelli in a 2-0 win against Arsenal.
Raheem Sterling – Arsenal
Sterling has found a spot in all competitions during his stay at Arsenal. He made appearances as a substitute in the EPL and UCL. Though he did feature for 90 minutes during Arsenal’s 3-0 Carabao Cup triumph over Preston.
Lesley Ugochukwu – Southampton
Lesley has been an impact sub in Southampton’s EPL matches, contributing to a win against Everton. He also featured in their dramatic 3-2 Carabao Cup victory over Stoke City, helping the Saints secure a last eight spot.
Armando Broja – Everton
Armando Broja remains sidelined due to injury, though Everton are hopeful for his return after he resumed partial training.
Alfie Gilchrist – Sheffield United
Alfie was the inspiration behind Sheffield United’s climb to second in the Championship. And his contributions, coming as he did against Stoke and providing a solid performance at the Steel City Derby, helped the Blades secure straight four wins.
Bashir Humphreys – Burnley
Bashir has had various games played for Burnley, though has been a regular left back. He played huge roles in wins over Sheffield Wednesday and Swansea. But suffered a Carabao Cup loss to Wolves. His great performances saw him start for England U21s after a year long layoff.
Gaga Slonina – Barnsley
Gaga helped his side secure some valuable points in the Championship. But then a finger injury ruled him out for six weeks.
Teddy Sharman-Lowe – Doncaster Rovers
Teddy has been Rovers’ first choice goalkeeper, giving clean sheets in the FA Cup and a strong League One campaign. And due to this, we can see Rovers second on the table.
Ronnie Stutter and Dylan Williams – Burton Albion
Dylan has been pivotal for his side. He scored his first goal and gave an assist in a 5-2 EFL Trophy win. Meanwhile, Ronnie has struggled for game time.
Leo Castledine – Shrewsbury Town
Leo continues to feature regularly for Shrewsbury. But he has faced challenges, with four straight losses leaving them bottom of League One.
Ted Curd – Hampton & Richmond
In the National League South, Ted Curd has helped Hampton to three straight wins, including two clean sheets.
Luke Campbell – Hendon
Luke has been an important guy for Hendon. He is keeping back to back clean sheets and keeping his side in the Isthmian League promotion race.
Loanees from Chelsea are coming on strong all across the globe. And good moments and steady development show that they have a well deserved chance at light here when coming back to Stamford Bridge in a Chelsea shirt.
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