Ben Chilwell's father has tragically died following a chronic illness.
Wayne Chilwell, who was present at Chelsea's Champions League triumph in 2021, was battling a health condition but has sadly passed away. Ben's sister, Alex Chilwell, confirmed the news on Monday and admitted it had been a "hard" year for the family as tributes poured in on social media.
Alex said on Instagram : "Love you forever dad. The hardest year but you never stopped smiling. So grateful for the time we got together. I am so lost without you. Look out for me up there. I love you."
