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Chelsea team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Newcastle United

Chelsea team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Newcastle United

Sports Mole rounds up Chelsea’s injury and suspension news ahead of Saturday’s Premier League encounter at Newcastle United.

Chelsea return to Premier League action on Saturday afternoon when they make the trip to St James’ Park to face Newcastle United.

The Blues enjoyed their best week under Mauricio Pochettino to date before the international break as they collected four points from matches against Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City.

As a result, Chelsea now sit in 10th position in the top-flight standings, four points adrift of their upcoming hosts who they will regard as a direct rival for European qualification.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up Chelsea’s latest injury and suspension news ahead of their visit to the North-East.


Ben Chilwell

Chelsea's Ben Chilwell looks dejected after the match on September 24, 2023© Reuters

Status: Out
Type of injury: Hamstring
Possible return date: Unknown

Ben Chilwell remains on the sidelines for Chelsea due to a hamstring issue, and it is unlikely that the England international will be back on the field until December at the very earliest.


Christopher Nkunku

Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku on August 3, 2023© Reuters

Status: Major doubt
Type of injury: Knee
Possible return date: December 3 (vs. Brighton & Hove Albion)

While Pochettino has recently provided a positive update on Christopher Nkunku, the France international may require another week on the training pitch before being considered for a competitive debut.


Wesley Fofana

Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana after suffering a knee injury against AC Milan on October 5, 2022.© Reuters

Status: Out
Type of injury: Knee
Possible return date: Unknown

Wesley Fofana faces a battle to return before the end of the 2023-24 campaign, with the Frenchman undergoing a knee operation in the middle of July.


Trevoh Chalobah

Trevoh Chalobah in action for Chelsea in July 2023© Reuters

Status: Out
Type of injury: Thigh
Possible return date: Unknown

Trevoh Chalobah is yet to feature this season due to a troublesome thigh problem, and the defender is likely to again be unavailable for selection for this fixture.


Carney Chukwuemeka

Chelsea's Carney Chukwuemeka leaves the pitch after receiving medical attention on August 20, 2023© Reuters

Status: Out
Type of injury: Knee
Possible return date: Unknown

Carney Chukwuemeka has suffered a recurrence of a previous knee injury, and the midfielder is now expected to be on the sidelines until December as a bare minimum.


Romeo Lavia

Southampton's Romeo Lavia on July 26, 2023© Reuters

Status: Out
Type of injury: Ankle
Possible return date: Unknown

Romeo Lavia is yet to make his debut for Chelsea due to a lack of fitness and an ankle injury, but the Belgian is believed to be making good progress behind the scenes.

Marcus Bettinelli

Chelsea's Marcus Bettinelli in action as he makes his debut on January 8, 2022© Reuters

Status: Out
Type of injury: Unspecified
Possible return date: Unknown

Marcus Bettinelli has not made a matchday squad this season due to an unspecified injury, and it is unclear when the experienced goalkeeper could be available for selection once again.


Malo Gusto

Chelsea defender Malo Gusto after his sending off against Aston Villa on September 24, 2023.© Reuters

Status: Out
Type of injury: Knee
Possible return date: Unknown

During the Man City game, Malo Gusto suffered a knee injury, one which is believed to be minor. It ruled him out of international duty and the expectation is that he will not be available for selection at the weekend.


Levi Colwill

Chelsea's Levi Colwill celebrates after the match on August 25, 2023© Reuters

Status: Minor doubt
Type of injury: Shoulder
Possible return date: November 25 (vs. Newcastle)

In the days prior to the Man City showdown, Levi Colwill sustained a shoulder issue, keeping him out of that game and England’s recent double-header. However, reports have indicated that he is likely to feature in the squad for the clash at St James’ Park.


Chelsea have no suspension issues for this match.


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