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Ben Chilwell returns to Crystal Palace on a permanent transfer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 11:04 PM

Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Ben Chilwell returns to Crystal Palace on a permanent transfer

Summary

Crystal Palace confirmed the permanent signing of defender Ben Chilwell from Chelsea following his previous loan spell at the club. The 29-year-old previously appeared 11 times for the Eagles during the second half of the 2024-25 season and contributed to the team's FA Cup title run. Chilwell spent the most recent season in France with Strasbourg, where he recorded 34 appearances and helped the side reach the Conference League semi-finals. Palace Chairman Steve Parish stated the club aims to build on last year’s trophy success with the addition of the England international. Chilwell holds 21 international caps and a previous Champions League title from his tenure at Chelsea. The defender expressed enthusiasm regarding his return to Selhurst Park and his reunion with the current squad.

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Status Watch

•Ben Chilwell signed a permanent deal with Crystal Palace.
•The 29-year-old previously played 11 matches on loan at Selhurst Park.
•Chilwell recorded 34 appearances for Strasbourg last season.
•The defender has earned 21 international caps for England.

Latest Updates

11:04 PMYahoo Sports — 'Amazing to be back' - Chilwell returns on permanent deal

What they're saying

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Ben Chilwell says it is "amazing" to return to Crystal Palace on a permanent deal. The England international previously spent the second half of the 2024-25 season at Selhurst Park on loan from Chelsea, making 11 appearances, and was part of the Eagles squad that won the FA Cup. The 29-year-old spent last season at Ligue 1 side Strasbourg, playing 34 times in all competitions and helping the club reach the Conference League semi-finals.
— Yahoo Sports

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