Chelsea loanee who played 25 consecutive games has now returned to Stamford Bridge after picking up an ‘overuse’ injury, it’s ‘more serious’ than expected

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It is proving a tough job for those at Chelsea who are in charge of monitoring everyone currently on loan from the club.

A plethora of players with differing fortunes at Stamford Bridge are currently featuring elsewhere. The likes of Raheem Sterling are not wanted, and Kepa Arrizabalaga has no future with the Blues.

However, that is not the case for all. There is already plenty of excitement over Andrey Santos joining the first team next season.

Chelsea currently have 15 senior players out on loan, with the number being beefed up by the likes of Ben Chilwell, Renato Veiga and Joao Felix leaving on a temporary basis for now.

A number of youngsters are also gaining valuable first team minutes away from West London as they do what they can to convince the decision makers they deserve an opportunity to feature for the Blues in the future.

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Leo Castledine returns to Chelsea following ‘overuse injury’ on loan

One of those was Leo Castledine, who had featured in every League One game for Shrewsbury up until the 25^th of January.

The 19-year-old has one first team appearance to his name, coming in last season’s EFL Cup semi-final drubbing of Middlesbrough.

His time at Shrewsbury seems to have been positive for his development. Castledine believes he has performed well on loan, with it being his first time at a senior club away from the Blues.

Despite having an all-round beneficial time with the EFL side, it appears being overused has caused his time there to come to an end.

According to The Athletic, Chelsea want to keep him at Cobham for his recovery, with the issue being ‘more serious’ than the club first feared.

John Terry predicts big things for Leo Castledine at Chelsea

Castledine has always been a key player for the youth sides at Chelsea, racking up nearly 100 appearances for the U18s and U21s combined.

Despite being a midfielder, the England U19 international has an eye for goal, similar to former Chelsea star Frank Lampard in the past.

Fellow club legend John Terry has plenty of experience working with the youngsters at Cobham, and has stated that Chelsea fans will be big fans of his if he makes it at the club.

He said: “Congratulations Leo Love him and so will the Chelsea fans, he is like a magnet in the box.”