Crystal Palace are unlikely to sign another centre-back after defender Trevoh Chalobah was recalled by Chelsea. On Wednesday, the Blues used their recall option to end Chalobah's loan deal with the Eagles and he returned to his parent club.

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

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner revealed his frustration at Chelsea recalling Trevoh Chalobah from his loan at Selhurst Park.

"There were a few choice words [from the manager] at half-time," midfielder Will Hughes told club media. "We weren't at the races and were lucky to get in at 0-0 at half-time.

Trevoh Chalobah was in the Chelsea dressing room after the draw against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park earlier this month according to reports.The Blues have taken the decision to recall the

Chelsea have recalled defender Trevoh Chalobah from his loan spell at fellow Premier League side Crystal Palace.

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.

Short-lived Selhurst Park spell clearly made a big impact on Blues defender, who is heading back to Stamford Bridge

: Crystal Palace have confirmed the news. Welcome back, Trev! PREVIOUSLY: After some confusing messaging and conflicting rumors earlier this month, Chelsea appear to have made the decision to recall Trevoh Chalobah from Crystal Palace,