Chelsea update: Fernandez expected to return fit for Premier League clash
Chelsea recently secured victories over Benfica and Liverpool, yet the international break offered a much-needed pause. Before their 2-1 triumph against Liverpool at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea was grappling with multiple injuries and player fatigue.
Injury Updates and International Duty
Eight players were injured before the break, with some playing through fatigue. Moises Caicedo, Joao Pedro, and Reece James skipped international matches due to tiredness.
Although called up, Marc Cucurella and Enzo Fernandez missed international fixtures. Fernandez specifically opted out due to knee inflammation reported by the Argentine FA.
Expected Returns
- Tosin Adarabioyo and Wesley Fofana are anticipated to return from injuries soon.
- Cole Palmer is expected to rejoin the team by November.
Enzo Fernandez, part of Chelsea’s busy schedule, had always planned to miss the friendly against Puerto Rico to visit family, emphasizing load management over injury concerns.
Upcoming Premier League Clash
Given Fernandez’s scheduled rest, he is projected to be fit for Chelsea’s next Premier League encounter against Nottingham Forest on Saturday.
