Chelsea Fans Hold Your Breath!The Blues are HIT HARD with injury scares that could shake up the entire squad just as Premier League action is set to return!
Chelsea’s Injury Updates and Return Dates for Key Players
As Chelsea navigates the November international break, several injury issues have emerged that may impact their return to the Premier League. The Blues, currently on a two-week break, went into this hiatus following a 1-1 draw with Arsenal, which saw them rise to third in the league standings after 11 matches. Manager Enzo Maresca will be eager to have his squad fully fit for their upcoming clash against Leicester City on November 23. Here’s a rundown of Chelsea’s injured players and their expected return dates:
Cole Palmer
Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer raised concerns after sustaining a fitness issue before the Arsenal match, although he completed the full 90 minutes. Since then, Palmer withdrew from the England squad to focus on his recovery and aims to be available for Chelsea’s return against Leicester.
Projected return: Leicester City (A) – November 23.
Wesley Fofana
Having previously battled a knee injury, Wesley Fofana felt discomfort in the same knee during Chelsea’s match against Arsenal and subsequently withdrew from the French squad. Chelsea’s medical team will assess his condition over the break.
Projected return: Leicester City (A) – November 23.
Jadon Sancho
Jadon Sancho has recently been out due to illness and also suffered a minor training injury. Chelsea hopes Sancho will be ready to rejoin the squad by the time they face Leicester.
Projected return: Leicester City (A) – November 23.
Romeo Lavia
Romeo Lavia’s injury concerns surfaced after he left the field during Chelsea’s draw with Arsenal, although he later expressed confidence that his condition would improve. The club will continue monitoring him to confirm his readiness.
Projected return: Leicester City (A) – November 23.
Malo Gusto
Malo Gusto withdrew from France’s international lineup due to an unspecified injury. His availability for Chelsea’s next match remains in question as he undergoes further evaluation.
Projected return: Leicester City (A) – November 23.
Levi Colwill
Chelsea defender Levi Colwill also pulled out of the England squad after playing the full Arsenal game. His status remains under review, but Chelsea hopes he will be ready for the Leicester matchup.
Projected return: Leicester City (A) – November 23.
Omari Kellyman
Young midfielder Omari Kellyman has yet to debut for Chelsea due to a hamstring injury he sustained in September. Expected to miss two months initially, his return is anticipated around November or December.
Projected return: Late November/December.
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