Chelsea need to sign a new centre-back during the January transfer window, believes Jamie Redknapp, who feels a Premier League star would be a good candidate for the role.

The Blues were beaten 3-2 by Arsenal in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday night.

Ben White, Viktor Gyokeres and Martin Zubimendi scored the goals for the Gunners, while substitute Alejandro Garnacho netted twice for the home side.

The former Manchester United winger was clearly a bright spot for Liam Rosenior’s side, as was Estevao on the opposite flank.

However, Redknapp believes they are lacking experience in central defence, which is costing them at the elite level.

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Trevoh Chalobah and Wesley Fofana started at centre-back on Wednesday night, while Tosin Adarabioyo and Benoit Badiashile came off the bench.

Speaking on Sky Sports, the former England midfielder said: ‘I honestly think they need to try and get...