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England star Chilwell preparing to leave Chelsea after injury-hit spell

Ben Chilwell of Chelsea looks on during warm up ahead of the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Chelsea and Barrow
Ben Chilwell of Chelsea looks on during warm up ahead of the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Chelsea and Barrow Mike Hewitt / GETTY IMAGES EUROPE / Getty Images via AFP
Ben Chilwell is preparing to leave Chelsea next month.

The England fullback is ready to depart Stamford Bridge after largely having been frozen out by manager Enzo Maresca this season.

Chilwell has made only one appearance thus far, which was 45 minutes in the Carabao Cup against Barrow.

Football.London says the defender understands he needs to leave to play consistently.

However, a move to Manchester United, which was mooted over the summer, isn't expected to be revived.