Chelsea are looking for a replacement for the injured Kalidou Koulibaly

• Head coach Enzo Maresca believes it is essential to sign a new defender
• Left-back Koulibaly is expected to miss most of the season due to injury
• Chelsea is considering internal options for Koulibaly's replacement

Chelsea's head coach Enzo Maresca has expressed a desire to sign a new central defender to replace the injured Kalidou Koulibaly. Koulibaly, who represents Italy, is undergoing surgery on a ligament injury and, according to forecasts, will miss most of the new season.

Enzo Maresca emphasized the importance of Koulibaly for the team, noting that his absence significantly impacts the club's tactical schemes. "Koulibaly has been a key player in our defensive structure, and his replacement is a priority," said Maresca.

At this moment, Chelsea is exploring the possibility of signing a defender from Benfica, Antonio Silva, but the club is also looking to find internal solutions, including Trevoh Chalobah and Tosin Adarabioyo for the central defender position.

The club's management indicates that they want to strengthen attacking options in the last transfer window, so the question of a defender remains open.

Much depends on the squad problems, with which such players as U.S. Fofana and Benua Badiashile are also dealing with injuries.

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