Left wing-back has become something of a problem position at Chelsea. And not just at first-team level with Ben Chilwell ruled out for the remainder of the campaign.
The Development Squad has also gone without a natural in the role for much of the past two seasons. Samuel Iling-Junior's move to Juventus in the summer of 2020 is partly to blame for that, as are the illness and injuries suffered by Alex Kpakpe over the past 12 months.
Several members of Chelsea's academy sides have filled in at wing-back as a result. George Nunn, a striker by trade, spent much of last term in the position and has deputised in matches this. Meanwhile, Harvey Vale, who has made two senior appearances under Thomas Tuchel, impressed as a wing-back last season but is a number ten by trade.
