A Chelsea player who has been sidelined for an extended period has been seen back in first-team training. Images on the official club app depict Ben Chilwell joining his teammates as he progresses towards his return from injury. Chilwell has been absent from the pitch for the Blues since September, having sustained a significant injury during the EFL Cup tie against Brighton.

The latest developments suggest that Chilwell is nearing his comeback, participating in training sessions alongside his teammates. In his absence, Levi Colwill has taken on a significant role in the left-back position. While Colwill has fulfilled the duties, it’s evident that he is playing out of position, a circumstance imposed by necessity.

This situation has prevented him from gaining minutes in his usual role as a centre-back, potentially explaining why Thiago Silva, despite turning 39 earlier in the season, has accumulated substantial playing time.