November 22nd 2024.
Last week, Cole Palmer made the decision to withdraw from his duties with the England national team. This means that the young midfielder will be available for Chelsea's upcoming Premier League match against Leicester City on Saturday. This news comes as a relief to Chelsea, as Palmer's presence on the field has been crucial for the team's success.
Palmer's availability for Saturday's match was uncertain after he sustained a knee injury during Chelsea's 1-1 draw with Manchester United at Old Trafford on November 3. There were concerns that he may not be fit to play against Arsenal before the international break, but he ended up being a key player in the 1-1 draw.
Initially, Palmer reported for duty with the England squad during the international break. However, both he and Levi Colwill eventually had to pull out of Lee Carsley's squad due to unforeseen circumstances. This means that they were able to return to Chelsea and focus on their recovery.
Unfortunately, Chelsea will be without Reece James for their match against Leicester as he suffered a small injury during training. In a press conference on Thursday, Enzo Maresca, Chelsea's assistant manager, confirmed that James would not be available for the weekend's game. Maresca also mentioned that Palmer took part in training on both Thursday and Friday, indicating that he may be ready to return to the pitch.
Maresca also provided updates on the other players who were on international duty during the break. He stated that some of them are feeling better while others are still doubtful for Saturday's match. Maresca also emphasized the importance of managing the players' fitness levels, especially since they have just returned from representing their respective countries.
When asked about the specific situation of Palmer and Colwill, Maresca confirmed that they are both doing better and will be evaluated in the upcoming training sessions. He also mentioned that while there may be some rotation in the midfield due to injuries and international duties, the players who will be playing are not at 100% fitness. Maresca emphasized the need for balance and managing the players' workload to avoid any further injuries.
Lastly, Maresca talked about Reece James' injury and the team's approach to managing it. He revealed that it is a hamstring injury and that the team does not want to take any risks by rushing his return. Maresca acknowledged that it is not easy for James to deal with these frequent injuries, but it is important for him to accept it and try to prevent them as much as possible.
Overall, Chelsea is facing some challenges with injuries and rotating players due to international duties. But with Palmer's return and other players improving, the team is determined to find a balance and continue their success in the Premier League.
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