Chelsea injury update: Cole Palmer, Malo Gusto, Christopher Nkunku latest news and return dates

Chelsea’s Injury Update: Who’s In and Who’s Out?

Cole Palmer:

• Status: Recovering from a minor knock.
• Update: After missing England’s recent match, Palmer is back in training and expected to play against Burnley on Saturday.

Malo Gusto:

• Status: Recovered from a virus.
• Update: Gusto is expected to be fit for the Burnley match, providing a boost for the team.

Chukwuemeka:

• Status: Managing fitness.
• Update: After withdrawing from England duty, Chukwuemeka is working on his fitness and could feature against Burnley.

Levi Colwill:

• Status: Rehabilitating a toe injury.
• Update: It’s uncertain if Colwill will be fit for the Burnley game as he continues his recovery.

Reece James:

• Status: Recovering from hamstring surgery.
• Update: There’s no clear timeline for James’ return, but there’s hope he could get some game time before the summer.

Christopher Nkunku:

• Status: Nursing a hamstring injury.
• Update: Nkunku is expected to be out for a few weeks following his injury in the Carabao Cup final.

Romeo Lavia:

• Status: Dealing with ankle and thigh problems.
• Update: There’s been no recent update on Lavia’s status, making his return date uncertain.

Lesley Ugochukwu:

• Status: Recovering from a hamstring injury.
• Update: Ugochukwu has been out for three months, and there’s no clear return date yet.

Wesley Fofana:

• Status: Rehabilitating from a knee injury.
• Update: Fofana’s return this season is doubtful according to Pochettino.

Injuries have been a challenge for Chelsea this season, but the team is working hard to get players back on the field as soon as possible.