Ben Chilwell is an English professional footballer who rose to prominence as a left-back for Chelsea Football Club and the England national team.
He is known for attacking from within the defense, not only stopping opponents but also assisting and scoring goals.
Chilwell attracted attention during his time at Leicester City, with his consistent performances earning him a move to Chelsea in 2020.
He won several honors during his career, including the Champions League with Chelsea.
Chilwell’s journey from youth football to international success has been one of resilience, skill and determination.
contour
- Full name: Benjamin James Chilwell
- Date of birth: December 21, 1996
- Age: 28 years old
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Milton Keynes, UK
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Professional football player
- Height: 1.80 m (5 feet 11 inches)
- Parents: Father – Wayne Chilwell
- Brothers and sisters: One brother, one sister
- Spouse: Not applicable
- Children: Not applicable
- Relationship status: Romantic with Katya Malan
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: British and New Zealand ancestry
- Net worth: £22 million
early life and education
Ben Chilwell, 27, was born on December 21, 1996 in Milton Keynes, England. He grew up in Ampthill, Bedfordshire, and developed a keen interest in football from an early age.
Chilwell’s father, Wayne Chilwell, is from New Zealand, making Ben eligible to represent England and New Zealand at international level.
His early football journey began with Woburn Lions and continued with Bletchley’s youth teams before joining Leicester City’s academy at the age of 12. Chilwell attended Redbourne High School and Community College, balancing his education with football dreams
personal life
Ben Chilwell keeps his personal life relatively private, but as of 2024, he was reported to be in a relationship with Australian internet celebrity and model Cartia Mallan. While Chilwell has been linked to other high-profile names in the past, his relationship with Malan has been made public.
He has no children. His close-knit family includes an older brother and a sister, but little is known about them. Chilwell is also the godfather to footballer James Maddison’s son, which illustrates his close friendship with his former team-mate.
Profession
Chilwell began his professional football career at Leicester City, making his first-team debut in the 2015-2016 season after a loan spell at Huddersfield Town.
His performances quickly attracted the attention of the Premier League’s top clubs. By the 2017-2018 season, Chilwell had established himself as Leicester City’s first-choice left-back. Following his stable performance, he moved to Chelsea in August 2020 for a reported transfer fee of £45 million, plus add-ons.
Chilwell made an immediate impact at Chelsea, providing assists and scoring crucial goals, including in the Champions League quarter-finals. He played a key role in Chelsea’s win in the 2021 Champions League final, helping the club win his first major trophy.
His international career flourished, with Chilwell making his England debut in 2018. He was part of the England squad that reached the Euro 2020 finals and remains an important player for the national team.
Despite facing several injuries, including a serious ACL injury in 2021 that ruled him out for much of the season, Chilwell has always returned to form, cementing his status as one of the best left-backs in the Premier League .
Awards
- UEFA Champions League: 2021 (Chelsea)
- FA Cup Finalists: 2021 (Chelsea)
- Premier League Player of the Month nominees
- PFA Team of the Year: 2019 (Leicester City)
net worth
Ben Chilwell has an estimated net worth of £22 million. His income comes mainly from his football contracts, including his lucrative five-year deal with Chelsea, reportedly worth £45 million. Chilwell has also gained endorsements from major brands such as Nike, adding to his financial portfolio.
social media
- Instagram: @benchilwell
- Twitter: @BenChilwell
