Chelsea won’t let Adarabioyo join West Ham in January

Despite joining Chelsea last summer, former Manchester City defender Tosin Adarabioyo has struggled to secure a key role under Enzo Maresca, sparking speculation about a potential temporary exit. However, it seems things won’t go as planned.

Details: According to Football Insider, Adarabioyo’s rumored loan move to West Ham will not materialize. Maresca wants to keep his full squad intact in January, as Chelsea remain competitive in both the league and cup competitions. Injuries to Wesley Fofana and Reece James mean the Blues cannot afford to lose defensive options during the winter window.

Reminder: This season, Adarabioyo has made 11 appearances for Chelsea but has started just three Premier League matches, featuring mainly in cup competitions and the Conference League.