Chelsea have a nightmare list of injury absentees in the 2023/24 season and things do not appear to improve at all.
Malo Gusto became the latest player to add to the treatment able after he picked up a hamstring injury in the 2-2 draw against Burnley.
After that, here we look at all the injured Chelsea stars and when they could return to action.
The French defender, who has been really impressive this season, was forced to be taken off after clutching his hamstring in the second half against Brentford. There are still no updates on when he can return.
Potential return date: Unknown
A toe injury kept Colwill out for the Burnley game, but he could make a return to action against Man United.
Potential return date: vs Man United (April 4)
James is rehabbing from the hamstring surgery he underwent last year, but he is still expected to make a return to action before this sason is over. He could be back in time for the FA Cup semi-final against Man City.
Potential return date: April
The French forward has been tormented by injuries all season long and only been restricted to a handful of appearances. It’s still not confirmed when he can return this season.
Potential return date: Unknown
Despite playing for England in the March international break, Chilwell ended up suffering an issue that forced him to miss the Burnley game. His injury is, although, not perceived to be that bad.
Potential return date: April
Chalobah had started to feature quite often for Chelsea before the March break and even played in the FA Cup quarter-final win. However, he’s now also injured and faces another uphill task back to the team.
Potential return date: Unknown
Like Chalobah, Chukwuemeka also ended up getting injured just as things started improving for him. There is still no confirmation of when he will return.
Potential return date: Unknown
Lavia has been restricted to just one appearance in a disastrous first season at Chelsea, suffering from injuries that have ended up his campaign. Ugochukwu’s latest issue is also going to se him sidelined for a long time while Fofana is unlikely to be able to recover properly to play in this season anymore.
Potential return date: 24/25 season
