Chelsea injury update: Romeo Lavia, Wesley Fofana and Benoit Badiashile latest news and return dates What had appeared to have been a massive season for Chelsea has stalled in recent weeks.
Indeed, Saturday’s disappointing 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace extended their winless run to four matches and even a distant title challenge is now looking more like a fight for the top four.
While Enzo Maresca has consistently played down suggestions his young Blues side were ever in a Premier League title race, recent form will surely have surprised him.
Romeo Lavia has missed the last four Premier League matches du to a hamstring injury.
Chelsea will also be without another defender in Benoit Badiashile for at least another month with a thigh problem.