Chelsea will face Bournemouth in the upcoming EPL 4th round match. However, the team is facing more serious injury problems before the match, which undoubtedly brings the manager in the formation of a considerable challenge.
According to the Evening Standard, Palmer has been suffering from muscle fatigue recently and as a result has failed to make the team's squad for the UEFA Europa League. The club are working hard to lighten his workload in the hope that he can return to form soon. The good news is that Palmer is not expected to be out for a long period of time, and after the international break, he is likely to suit up for the next game.
However, Reece James' injury is much more serious. He missed the first three Premier League games of the season with a hamstring injury and has yet to return to training. According to the Telegraph, James is still a few weeks away from returning to training, meaning he will continue to miss the game against Bournemouth.
Another defender, Gusto, was also injured prior to International Day, as he was forced to leave the game against Crystal Palace with a thigh injury and was withdrawn from the France U21 national team's roster. Gusto's recovery is currently unknown and his availability for the weekend's matches is in serious doubt. Sources say he could be back for next week's game against West Ham United.
Joensen was also forced to leave the game early after suffering an injury while playing for the Denmark U21 national team on Tuesday. Denmark U21 national team manager Steffen Hoyer has expressed concern over his injury, saying that he is undergoing tests and the details are not yet known. As a result, there is also uncertainty about Joensen's availability for the weekend's matches.
In contrast, Ravia's injury is more optimistic. He made his debut in the first game of the season against Manchester City, but then missed the last two league games with a hamstring problem. However, it is predicted that he is expected to return against Bournemouth to contribute to the team.
