The most recent Leicester City news from the training area before today’s pivotal Premier League matchup against…
Chelsea takes on Leicester City in Premier League action in an important match that could continue their recent upward trend in play.
The Blues have defeated Borussia Dortmund and Leeds in the previous week, and their performance against the Foxes will be crucial in determining whether Graham Potter’s team can begin an unbeaten run.
In his press conference yesterday (Friday), Chelsea’s head coach provided more bad than good news regarding injuries, even though the team’s results have slightly improved.
In addition to Thiago Silva and veteran absentee Armando Broja, three other notable players may miss tomorrow’s match.
In addition, Potter provided an update on N’Golo Kante, who resumed full first-team training last week, naming the match he anticipates the Frenchman to play in.
Having said that, football.london walks you through the most recent injury updates prior to Chelsea’s matchup with Leicester City.
James, who was sidelined by hamstring strain during the weekend’s triumph over Leeds, rejoined Chelsea for the match against Borussia Dortmund.
Due to illness, the full-back will now miss another Premier League match this coming weekend.
Potter has revealed that Sterling has a new fitness worry, which may mean the winger may miss further time with the team after his game-winning goal against Borussia Dortmund.
What Harry Potter has stated: “Raheem [Sterling] has had a little feeling in his hamstring, tightness if anything, so he’s looking doubtful.”
Hamstring injury
Everton (H) is scheduled to return on Saturday, March 18.
Émerick Aubameyang Pierre
Due to a back issue, experienced forward Aubameyang’s chances of being selected back into the Chelsea lineup have further diminished.
What Potter has stated: “[Pierre-Emerick] Aubameyang has a slight problem with his back and he’s looking likely he will miss the game.”
Back injury
Everton (H) is scheduled to return on Saturday, March 18.
Despite his previous struggles to establish himself in the first squad, Mason Mount managed to make an appearance from the bench against Tottenham.
The midfield player then missed the match against Leeds United due to a lower abdominal ailment.
Due to suspension, he was also not included in the matchday roster for the Champions League match against Borussia Dortmund.
As his team gets ready for a big match against Leicester City on Saturday, the midfield player returned to training on Thursday.
Potter stated: “Mason will not play tomorrow [against Leeds] due to an issue with the bone in his lower abdomen. Tomorrow will come too fast, even though we hope it won’t be too long.”
Damage: Lower abdomen
Kante, whose Chelsea contract expires in the summer, has not yet played for Potter since sustaining a hamstring injury in an August match against Tottenham.
Despite his recent return to first-team training, the midfielder is not yet listed on the squad sheet.
The exact time it will take him to get back to full fitness is unknown, but it will be a much-needed lift when he does.
Potter stated: “He won’t be; he still needs time to gain strength. We may have Everton in mind. Regretfully, not for tomorrow.”
Hamstring injury
After colliding with Southampton’s Sekou Mara, Azpilicueta suffered a concussion.
The defender was transported to the hospital after leaving the field on a stretcher, but he is already recovering and planning to return.
Even though he wasn’t in the matchday squad, he was at the stadium when Tottenham played.
The Chelsea captain was also too soon for Leeds and Dortmund; the defender will need more time to recover. He was in the stands at Stamford Bridge watching the match.
Potter stated: “After suffering such a severe head injury, Azpi [Cesar Azpilicueta] has made progress, but not through protocols.”
Damage: Head injury
Date of anticipated return: March
A knee injury forced Thiago Silva Silva to leave the Blues’ match against Tottenham. Chelsea made a statement outlining his condition the following Tuesday.
After suffering a knee injury in the first half of Sunday’s game against Tottenham Hotspur, Thiago was evaluated again and had a scan on Monday when he returned to the training facility
“Scan results from those assessments have confirmed damage to Thiago’s knee ligaments and he will now work closely with the club’s medical department during his rehabilitation to return to action as soon as possible.”
According to the details, the break will be about six weeks, so he would be back in action by early April.
Following their treatment at home, his wife uploaded a video to Instagram with the caption, “The needles are on top of the ligament, emitting shocks due to use, it hurts so much.”
According to Potter, “Thiago will be around that time [six weeks], not sure exactly.”
Knee injury
Anticipated date of return: April
Edouard Mendy
Mendy’s fractured finger sustained during training required surgery, which Chelsea confirmed early in January.
As a result, Mendy would be out of the lineup for a while. The Senegalese goalkeeper, who has been out of action for at least six weeks, has resumed training at Cobham.
According to the details, the break will be about six weeks, so he would be back in action by early April. Following their treatment at home, his wife uploaded a video to Instagram with the caption, “The needles are on top of the ligament, emitting shocks due to use, it hurts so much.”
According to Potter, “Thiago will be around that time [six weeks], not sure exactly.”
Knee injury
Anticipated date of return: April
Edouard Mendy
Mendy’s fractured finger sustained during training required surgery, which Chelsea confirmed early in January. As a result, Mendy would be out of the lineup for a while.
The Senegalese goalkeeper, who has been out of action for at least six weeks, has resumed training at Cobham.
Football.london has learned that Broja requires surgery to repair a ruptured cruciate ligament in his right knee, therefore he is anticipated to miss at least the balance of the season.
Potter stated: “It was just a regrettable action.” He caught up to both the ground and their player. Right now, things don’t seem promising, but it’s too soon to tell. I hope it works out, but it’s a difficult one.
Knee injury
Date of anticipated return: Summer/Autumn 2023
