Andreas Christensen limited Chelseadefense options in the FA Cup final last weekend, coming out of contention on match day.
Christensen going to join Barcelona on a free transfer at the end of this season, and he was unexpectedly absent from Chelsea team that lost Liverpool by fines.
The 26-year-old football player was not injured, but told the coach Thomas Tuchel On the morning before the game, he did not feel ready to play.
He reportedly felt unwell for a week, but managed to start Chelseavictory over Leeds United last Wednesday.
ChristensenThe decision to withdraw from the squad and leave the team hotel reportedly shocked and embarrassed his teammates.
Tuchel started with a trio of defenders Trevo Chalobah, Thiago Silva and Anthony Rudigerand Silvia received an early injury.
Under normal conditions Christensen would be a suitable replacement candidate Silviabut instead the Brazilian defender continued and left Wembley with a severe limp.
Chelsea headache in defense
The Danish defender was in an awkward situation. Chelsea much of this season due to failed contract negotiations.
Chelsea twice reached verbal agreements with Christensen over a new contract, only for him to change his mind on both occasions.
Meanwhile, their defenses will be further weakened as a result of Anthony Rudigerdeparture to real Madrid this summer.
The German defender showed a great performance against Liverpool and his departure represents a major blow to the West London club.
After losing the penalty shootout to Liverpool, Tuchel admitted for the first time that Christensen leaving the club in the summer.
“We are losing Tony [Rudiger]We are losing Andreas [Christensen]” Tuchel confirmed.
In the summer transfer window, the club will try to strengthen the defense.