Chelsea's Ben Chilwell faces an uncertain future as the club struggles to fit his skillset into new manager Enzo Maresca's tactical system. Chilwell, who joined Chelsea in 2020 for £50 million, has been plagued by fitness issues, limiting his impact at Stamford Bridge.

Chilwell's recurring hamstring and knee problems restricted him to just 13 Premier League appearances last season. In his absence, Marc Cucurella and Levi Colwill have stepped up, making it difficult for Chilwell to regain his spot in the starting lineup.

The arrival of Enzo Maresca as Chelsea's manager has further complicated Chilwell's position. Maresca prefers fullbacks who can invert into midfield, a role that does not naturally suit Chilwell.

Speaking before a game against Club America, Maresca described Chilwell's situation as "delicate," indicating the challenge of finding the right position for the England international.

This tactical mismatch has fueled speculation about Chilwell's future at Chelsea. Reports suggest that the club may be open to letting him go, with Manchester United emerging as a potential destination.

Manchester United are actively seeking to bolster their defensive options after a season marred by injuries. Both of United's senior left-backs, Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia, spent significant time on the sidelines, leaving manager Erik ten Hag eager to strengthen this position.

With Malacia's return date still uncertain, United could be in the market for a left-back, but any move for Chilwell would depend on the right price.

Currently, United are prioritizing the acquisition of a midfielder. Only if they manage to make a suitable sale then only a deal for Chilwell could advance. As the situation develops, the rumor remains in its early stages, and fans will have to wait to see how it unfolds.