Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has confirmed updates on the injury situation of Christopher Nkunku and Levi Colwill.
The Blues will return to Premier League action tonight against Tottenham Hotspur after their 2-2 draw with Aston Villa at the Villa Park.
Ahead of the London derby, Chelsea club statement statement confirmed 12 players are still on the sidelines and will miss the match.
However, the club’s manager Mauricio Pochettino has confirmed some players could return earlier than others before the season ends.
Some of the key names linked to a potential return to the team as early as possible are Levi Colwill, Reece James, and Christopher Nkunku.
On Chilwell, Pochettino said “Chilly, also, after the national team – it’s the same problem he suffered in the last few weeks.
The under-pressure gaffer added Chilwell could return to action soon but the actual date of his full recovery is unknown.
Speaking on Reece James, the former Tottenham manager confirmed the English wingback came back to the turf and has been training partially but is yet to recover fully.
“Reece James is not fit yet. Today and yesterday he was doing some partial training with the squad. They are close but still not available.”
On Christopher Nkunku, who has spent most of his debut campaign with the Blues on the sidelines, Poch confirmed the French attacking midfielder is still miles away from his recovery and will not be available against Tottenham.
