23 Trevoh Chalobah

Born on 5 July 1999 in Freetown, Sierra Leone, Trevoh Chalobah moved to England at the age of two and grew up in Gipsy Hill, London. His older brother, Nathaniel Chalobah, also pursued a professional football career.

Chelsea Academy: Building the Foundation

Chalobah joined Chelsea’s academy at the age of eight and quickly progressed through the ranks. His youth career was decorated with success:

• UEFA Youth League winner (2015–16)
• FA Youth Cup winner (2015–16, 2016–17)
• U18 Premier League champion (2016–17)

In 2018, despite never having played a senior game, he was named on the bench for Chelsea’s FA Cup final victory over Manchester United.

Loan Spells: Gaining First-Team Experience

Ipswich Town (2018–19 Season)

• Played 44 matches, scoring 2 goals
• Transitioned from centre-back to central midfield
• Despite his performances, Ipswich was relegated to League One

Huddersfield Town (2019–20 Season)

• 38 appearances, 1 goal
• Established himself as a key player in Huddersfield’s midfield

Lorient (2020–21 Season)

• 30 appearances, 2 goals
• Made his Ligue 1 debut on 13 September 2020
• Scored in final-day draw against Strasbourg, helping Lorient avoid relegation

Chelsea Breakthrough (2021–24)

Chalobah’s patience paid off when he finally made his senior Chelsea debut on 11 August 2021, playing in the UEFA Super Cup against Villarreal, which Chelsea won on penalties.

His Premier League debut came three days later in a 3–0 win over Crystal Palace, where he marked the occasion by scoring his first top-flight goal.

Notable Moments at Chelsea:

• First Champions League goal vs. Juventus (November 2021)
• Signed a contract extension until 2026
• Played regularly under Thomas Tuchel and Graham Potter
• Suffered his first Chelsea defeat in October 2022 after a long unbeaten streak

Crystal Palace Loan and Mid-Season Return (2024–25)

On 30 August 2024, Chalobah joined Crystal Palace on a season-long loan. However, due to defensive injuries, Chelsea recalled him on 15 January 2025.

At Palace, he:

• Played 14 matches
• Scored 3 goals (all in the Premier League)

International Career

Chalobah has represented England at every youth level from U16 to U21, often captaining the sides.

• Led England U17 in the 2016 European Championship quarter-finals
• Helped England win the 2017 U19 European Championship, though he missed the final due to injury
• Made his England U21 debut in September 2019

Playing Style and Strengths

Chalobah is a versatile defender capable of playing as a:

• Centre-back
• Defensive midfielder
• Right-back

His key attributes include:
Composure on the ball

Strong tackling and interceptions
Ball-carrying ability
Aerial presence

What’s Next for Chalobah?

Despite Chelsea’s repeated attempts to sign new defenders, Chalobah continues to prove his worth. Whether he remains at Chelsea long-term or seeks another move, his resilience and adaptability make him a valuable asset in any squad.