Chelsea coaches are trying to find a position for Ben Chilwell as his skillset is not seen as entirely suited to Enzo Maresca’s system of choice, casting some doubt on the England full back’s future.
Chilwell is at his best when bombing down the left-hand side but Maresca’s full backs will be expected to move into midfield.
The 27-year-old went unused in Chelsea’s last friendly – a 4-1 loss to Celtic – and has been linked with being sold this summer amid concerns that he would struggle inverting.
He is considered a good character to have in the dressing room, and is under contract until 2027, but Chelsea’s pre-season preparations have indicated he would not be a preferred choice in the upcoming campaign.