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.

The centre-half was due to play the FA Cup third round tie against Stockport County, so why was he prevented from taking part?

Chelsea has activated the option to recall defender Trevoh Chalobah from Crystal Palace by ending the defender's loan spell at the club.

Chelsea have recalled defender Trevoh Chalobah from his loan spell at Crystal Palace. The 25-year-old will boost Chelsea's squad after hamstring injuries to Wesley Fofana and Benoit Badiashile limited manager Enzo Maresca's defensive options.

Chelsea have activated a clause to recall Trevoh Chalobah from his loan spell at Crystal Palace. Chalobah joined Palace on a season-long deal that included an option for Chelsea to bring him back at the midway point.

Chelsea have decided to recall Trevoh Chalobah from his loan at Crystal Palace following injuries to centre backs Wesley Fofana and Benoit Badiashile.Chalobah graduated from Chelsea’s academy,

Chelsea have reportedly decided to recall defender Trevoh Chalobah from his loan at Crystal Palace, amid recent defensive struggles. This decision comes after defensive injuries to Enzo Maresca’s squad,