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Due to poor form, injuries, and contract expirations, Chelsea’s depth at center-back is deceptive. Key players like Thiago Silva and Benoît Badiashile have faced fitness issues, while others such as Trevoh Chalobah and Levi Colwill have dealt with suspensions or long-term injuries. With Silva aging and Kurt Zouma having departed, the club is prioritizing long-term stability and reliability. They seek to build a consistent defensive partnership that can withstand a grueling schedule and European competition, rather than relying on a bloated squad of unproven or unreliable options.
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