Chalobah was reluctant to return to simply make up the numbers in Maresca's squad. He has been assured that he has a role to play

Chelsea have recalled centre-back Trevoh Chalobah from his loan at Crystal Palace as they look to bolster their defensive options for the second half of the season.

Every few seasons, Crystal Palace fans fall into the same trap: They fall in love with a loan player from Chelsea. First it was Ruben Loftus-Cheek. Then it was Michy Batshuayi (the first time round when he could actually score goals). Then it was Conor Gallagher.