Mauricio Pochettino is eagerly anticipating the return of key players to the first-team squad as Chelsea prepares for a crucial match against Aston Villa.
Noni Madueke and Marc Cucurella were unexpectedly left out of the matchday squad for Chelsea’s encounter with Bournemouth, adding to the growing list of injuries at Stamford Bridge. The Blues are currently dealing with injuries to 12 first-team players, and Pochettino is hopeful that many of them will recover in time for the upcoming game against Aston Villa.
While Christopher Nkunku and Wesley Fofana are expected to be out for an extended period, there is optimism regarding the return of several other players. Armando Broja, Moises Caicedo, and Benoit Badiashile are among the players who could make a comeback soon.
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Noni Madueke, who missed the match against Bournemouth due to a muscle problem picked up during his time with the England Under-21s, is expected to return for the Aston Villa clash on September 24.
Marc Cucurella, who was absent from the Bournemouth game due to illness, is also targeting a return for the Aston Villa match.
Moises Caicedo, who was seen with some kinesiology tape on his knee after returning from international duty, is undergoing assessments and is expected to be available for the game against Aston Villa on September 24.
Carney Chukwuemeka, who suffered a knee injury during the match against West Ham, is expected to be out for several weeks, although an earlier return is possible.
Romeo Lavia, who is yet to make his Chelsea debut, suffered a muscle tear on his ankle during the international break, and his return may be delayed until October.
Armando Broja, who was initially expected to return for the Bournemouth game according to the Albanian FA, was not included in the squad, and his return date remains uncertain.
Benoit Badiashile, who has been recovering from a hamstring injury, is not yet ready to play and is expected to return for the Aston Villa match on September 24.
Reece James, who is recovering from a hamstring injury, aims to return after the September international break, as indicated by his social media posts.
Trevoh Chalobah, who has been dealing with fitness issues since preseason, is part of Pochettino’s plans, and his return date is unknown.
Christopher Nkunku, who sustained an injury in Chelsea’s final preseason game, is expected to be out until January 2024.
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Wesley Fofana, who ruptured his ACL, faces a lengthy period on the sidelines, and his recovery progress is being monitored closely.
In summary, Chelsea is dealing with a considerable injury crisis, but Pochettino remains hopeful that several key players will return in time for the upcoming match against Aston Villa on September 24.
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