Chelsea injury news: The latest Blues updates from the treatment room ahead of their huge Premier League clash against Liverpool at Stamford Bridge
Bruno Saltor is set to take charge of Chelsea for the crucial Premier League clash against Liverpool this evening. Graham Potter was sacked on Sunday evening following the Blues disappointing 2-0 defeat against Aston Villa.
The defeat has put immense pressure on the Blues boss once more with the club finally acting by dismissing Potter from his position as manager. Whilst the search now begins once again for a replacement in the dugout, Bruno is facing a number of injury concerns ahead of the clash against Jurgen Klopp's side.
Chelsea welcomed back Reece James, Christian Pulisic, N'Golo Kante and Mason Mount at the weekend and all may be involved this evening. Wesley Fofana and Raheem Sterling missed the game but have taken part in training and could be involved in the matchday squad to face Liverpool.
With that being said, football.london takes a look at the latest injury news facing Bruno ahead of his first game in charge as interim boss.
What has been said: "Raheem is coming back. He will miss the game, think he's got more chance for Tuesday. He was close."
Injury: Hamstring
Expected return date: Liverpool (H) - April 4
He didn't make the team against Villa though, with Potter saying he wasn't ready.
Injury: Finger
Expected return date: Liverpool (H), April 4.
Fofana was later spotted in the dugout at Stamford Bridge with an ice pack on his right thigh, leaving some supporters to fear the worst. As such, he remained in England in an effort to make a return against Aston Villa, but that doesn't seem possible, with a return against Liverpool more likely.
What has been said: "Wesley is going to miss the game [against Aston Villa] because his hamstring is still a little bit tight, there's a chance for Tuesday with him."
Injury: Hamstring
Expected return date: Liverpool (H) - April 4
What has been said: "Well, Thiago and Azpi are still away."
Injury: Concussion
Expected return date: Unknown
What has been said: "Well, Thiago and Azpi are still away."
Injury: Knee
Expected return date: April
He looked to be in considerable pain and was seen to be clutching his leg as he was tended to by medical staff. The Albania international had no history of knee injuries and his injury is a major blow.
What was said: ''It was just an unfortunate action. He got caught up with their player and the ground. It doesn’t look positive at the moment but it’s too early to say. Fingers crossed but it is an awkward one.''
Injury: Knee
Expected return date: Summer 2023