Previously frozen out left back Ben Chilwell has been handed a lifeline by Chelsea FC manager Enzo Maresca. The Blues boss has performed a total u-turn on the exiled fullback, who is now part of the plan again. Chilwell is back in training, and doing well, according to Maresca. "Ben is one of the guys who was ready to leave, but he’s here and he’s training with us," Maresca … [Read more...] about Chelsea Team News vs Barrow: Chilwell, Lavia, Kellyman, Gusto
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Christopher Nkunku, Romeo Lavia Won’t Make Trip to Newcastle
It had been thought that Christopher Nkunku and Romeo Lavia would be fully fit enough to be in the squad for Chelsea when they visit Newcastle United tomorrow. Alas, it is not to be, as manager Mauricio Pochettino ruled the pair out for the weekend. Neither player, who are both still yet to ever play competitive minutes for Chelsea, will make the trip to St. James Park. … [Read more...] about Christopher Nkunku, Romeo Lavia Won’t Make Trip to Newcastle
Romeo Lavia Suffers Ankle Injury; Deepening Chelsea Fitness Crisis
Chelsea FC just cannot catch a break! The 2023-24 season is young, but it is already shaping up to be just as injury-riddled (if not worse) than 2022-23. Romeo Lavia, who just completed a £58m move from Southampton late last month has now suffered an ankle injury, which is believed to be a muscular issue, perhaps even a tear. It happened on the training ground while the … [Read more...] about Romeo Lavia Suffers Ankle Injury; Deepening Chelsea Fitness Crisis