Before Chelsea's recent win against Benfica in the Club World Cup, Maresca expressed his desire to keep the current players. However, he also acknowledged that the transfer market can be unpredictable and that players can be bought or sold.

Maresca mentioned that Chalobah returned to the team in January and played a crucial role in helping Chelsea earn a spot in the Champions League top four. He believes Chalobah has been a valuable asset to the team and has contributed to their recent success.

Regarding Chalobah's future, Maresca stated that he is currently with the team and is happy with his performance. However, he also emphasized that anything can happen when the transfer market is open, not just for Chalobah but for all 25 players in the squad.

Maresca's comments suggest that while Chelsea values Chalobah's contributions, the team is prepared for the possibility of losing him if the right offer comes along.