With the international break upon us, Chelsea and Mauricio Pochettino are finally able to get some rest. After a gruelling schedule which has only exacerbated their injury issues, it appears as though the list of those sat on the sidelines is finally decreasing.
Christopher Nkunku is the main man that supporters and the club themselves are waiting on to return, with the forward back in first team training after recovering from his knee injury. Barring any setbacks, there’s potential for a swift return.
Elsewhere, Levi Colwill was forced to withdraw from the England squad with a shoulder injury after being left out of last weekend’s incredible 4-4 draw with Manchester City. The Blues will be hoping that he’s available for next weekend’s Premier League trip to St. James’ Park to face high-flying Newcastle United.
Trevoh Chalobah, Carney Chukwuemeka and vice captain Ben Chilwell are those still trying to recover from long-term issues and are unlikely to return anytime soon after the international. With that said, here’s a look at the latest injury news and possible return dates for those who are currently sidelined.
