Chelsea Defender Levi Colwill Out with Injury: Blues Face Defensive Woe

Levi Colwill injured 

Chelsea's Levi Colwill suffers an injury setback, leaving the Blues scrambling to find defensive solutions ahead of crucial matches.

“Levi will now begin his recovery and be supported by the club's medical department at Cobham...”

Chelsea centre-back Levi Colwill is set for a lengthy absence after suffering a serious ACL injury in training. The 22-year-old England international has undergone successful surgery and is expected to miss a significant portion of the upcoming season.

Chelsea FC has released the following update regarding Levi Colwill.

— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 7, 2025

Chelsea midfielder announced she's suffered an ACL injury. “The 22-year-old had reported back to Cobham for pre-season at the start of this week, before unfortunately sustaining the injury in training,” the club stated, noting recovery typically takes 6-9 months.

“Medical assessments confirmed surgery would be the required course of action.

“Levi will now begin his recovery and be supported by the club's medical department at Cobham during his rehabilitation phase.”

Levi Colwill made 43 appearances for Chelsea in all competitions last season and played a key role in the team's Club World Cup victory in July. Chelsea, who finished fourth in the Premier League last season, will kick off their 2025-26 campaign against Crystal Palace at home on August 17.