Chelsea are in a difficult situation this season, as French striker Nicholas Niangou recovered from a serious injury last month, only to be re-injured three matches after his return. The Puttetino team leader said that Negancourt may not be able to play for "several consecutive matches", and according to internal sources, the Frenchman's recovery period may be as long as three weeks. Nicolas Jackson's participation in the African Cup of Nations has left Bucha, who was originally on the list, as the team's only striker option, and it seems that Chelsea will have to keep him until the end of the season.
After Nicholson missed the last round of the EFL Cup, Putjetenu confirmed that he has a hip injury and may not be able to play in the next few matches. Fortunately, Albanian striker Bucha broke his goal drought against Preston, giving Chelsea a shot in the arm for the rest of the campaign. Pjettenu commented, "It's time for Bucha to prove himself, he needs more smiles and optimism, which will do wonders for his mentality. Bucha's potential cannot be underestimated, he is undoubtedly one of the most promising young strikers in the Premier League and even in Europe, and his goal in the last game will undoubtedly boost his confidence."
