Ahead of their upcoming clash against Everton, Chelsea faces a slew of injury concerns and updates on key players. As they aim to rejuvenate their form, both teams seek vital points to bolster their positions in the league standings.
With hopes for Champions League qualification dwindling, Chelsea sets its sights on breaking into the top six, while Everton endeavors to distance themselves from relegation battles, especially following a recent point deduction.
Mauricio Pochettino faces challenges as he navigates potential absences of key players for the Everton match. Here’s a detailed overview of Chelsea’s latest injury news:
Cole Palmer:
Cole Palmer was forced off during the Sheffield United game due to fatigue.
Injury: Fatigue
Pochettino’s assessment: “No, no, no. I think he was tired… trying to avoid a problem for the future.”
Possible return date: Everton (H) – April 15.
Malo Gusto:
Malo Gusto missed the Sheffield United fixture due to illness but is anticipated to return against Everton.
Injury: Illness
Possible return date: Everton (H) – April 15.
Ben Chilwell:
Ben Chilwell has been absent from recent squads due to illness following an international break knock.
Injury: Illness
Pochettino’s update: “He is still not training… we hope he can be for the next game.”
Possible return date: Everton (H) – April 15.
Christopher Nkunku:
Christopher Nkunku continues to grapple with a hamstring problem, with no definitive return date provided.
Injury: Hamstring
Possible return date: Unknown
Levi Colwill:
Levi Colwill is sidelined due to a toe issue and is yet to return to training.
Injury: Toe
Possible return date: Unknown
Robert Sanchez:
Robert Sanchez is back in training, but his availability for the Everton clash remains uncertain.
Injury: Unknown
Possible return date: Returned
Romeo Lavia:
Romeo Lavia is ruled out for the rest of the season due to a thigh injury.
Injury: Thigh
Possible return date: Next season
Reece James:
Reece James is making progress in his recovery following hamstring surgery, with a potential return slated for April.
Injury: Hamstring
Possible return date: April
Lesley Ugochukwu:
Lesley Ugochukwu has been sidelined with a hamstring injury since December, with no updates on his return.
Injury: Hamstring
Possible return date: Next season
Wesley Fofana:
Wesley Fofana, recuperating from an ACL rupture, is unlikely to feature this season.
Injury: Knee
Possible return date: Next season
As Chelsea braces for Everton, effectively managing these injuries and facilitating players’ full recovery will be pivotal for Pochettino’s squad.
