Chelsea has released a triple injury update in anticipation of Mauricio Pochettino’s pre-Burnley press conference on Friday. The Blues are gearing up for their upcoming fixture at Turf Moor on Saturday, marking their final game before the October international break. Fortunately, there is some positive news on the injury front for Chelsea, providing a significant boost for their trip.
In the recent 2-0 victory over Fulham, Chelsea encountered two injury setbacks. Mykhailo Mudryk, who had just scored his debut goal for the club, was forced off at halftime. Additionally, Moises Caicedo went down holding his knee in the closing stages of the match. Caicedo had been dealing with a knee issue since returning from international duty with Ecuador, but Pochettino expressed hope that it was only a contusion. The 21-year-old midfielder appears to be fit for the upcoming game on Saturday, indicating a positive development in his recovery. Chelsea’s weekly injury update excludes both Caicedo and Mudryk, underscoring their progress. Both players have been observed in training during the week, further suggesting their potential availability for the weekend clash.
Reece James’s Continued Struggles and Other Injury Updates
Reece James, who has made only one appearance this season, has been plagued by injury concerns. He has been absent from the injury list for the first time since mid-August, but despite returning to training this week, he won’t be able to participate in the Burnley match. James has been handed a one-match ban following an incident in the tunnel after Chelsea’s 1-0 loss to Aston Villa two weeks ago. The 23-year-old club captain will be targeting a return for the visit of Arsenal toStamford Bridge on October 21 as he continues his recovery and rehabilitation.
In addition to James, Benoit Badiashile and Trevoh Chalobah, both defenders, have been participating in partial team training. However, neither player has seen any action this season, and their readiness for upcoming fixtures remains uncertain. Meanwhile, Ben Chilwell, who recently suffered an injury against Brighton, is in the early stages of his rehabilitation program. The left-back is expected to be sidelined for approximately two months, posing a significant defensive challenge for Chelsea in the weeks ahead.
