Chelsea’s head coach, Mauricio Pochettino, provided crucial injury updates during his media briefing on Tuesday, ahead of Thursday’s anticipated Premier League encounter against Manchester United.
Pochettino confirmed that Malo Gusto and Trevoh Chalobah have returned to training, signalling a boost for the squad’s depth. However, the news wasn’t entirely positive as Ben Chilwell will not be available for selection due to health concerns.
Addressing the media, Pochettino stated, “Trevoh [Chalobah] and Malo [Gusto] trained with us and they will be ready to be in the squad.”
The revelation will likely be a relief for Chelsea fans, knowing that key players are returning to fitness.
Regarding Ben Chilwell, Pochettino explained the defender’s absence, revealing, “We didn’t see Chilly from Friday because the doctor and the medical staff removed a lot of fluid after coming back from the national team.”
Unfortunately, Chilwell’s condition worsened over the weekend, leading to his continued absence from training sessions. He is currently recuperating at home.
There is a possibility that Robert Sanchez could feature in the matchday squad, providing Pochettino with another option between the posts.
With these updates, Chelsea’s preparations for the clash against Manchester United gain clarity, albeit with some setbacks. The team aim to overcome these challenges and secure a crucial victory in their pursuit of Premier League success.
