Chelsea face a mounting injury crisis ahead of a crucial Premier League trip to the Etihad Stadium on April 12, with doubts growing over captain Reece James and defender Trevoh Chalobah.
Chelsea captain Reece James could be sidelined for several weeks after suffering another hamstring injury, head coach Liam Rosenior has confirmed.
Chelsea captain Reece James has signed a new six-year contract, securing his future at Stamford Bridge until 2032.
Chelsea received a timely boost on Tuesday as Reece James and Jamie Gittens returned to training ahead of their UEFA Champions League clash with Paris Saint‑Germain.
Liam Rosenior has confirmed that Reece James is fit to face Arsenal this weekend, although Marc Cucurella and Estevao Willian will both miss the trip to the Emirates.
Chelsea hope to have Estevao and Reece James fit as they face a challenging task returning to winning ways in the Premier League against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium this weekend.