Chilwell, Colwill, Nkunku - Chelsea injury news for Newcastle as double blow confirmed

Chelsea welcome Newcastle United to Stamford Bridge on Monday night looking to earn their first Premier League win since beating Crystal Palace on February 12.

The Blues sit 11th in the table and face an uphill battle to qualify for Europe this season. On top of the growing issues at Stamford Bridge are Chelsea's mounting injury problems.

It was confirmed on Thursday that defenders Ben Chilwell and Levi Colwill have been added to the club's growing injury list. Below, football.london has taken a look at all the latest Chelsea injury news...

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In an injury update posted on the club's official website, it was confirmed that the left-back is «undergoing specialist medical assessment» due to a knee issue. Pochettino has confirmed it happened after the Brentford game.

Injury: Knee.

Predicted return date: Unknown.

What Pochettino has said: «We need to wait until he sees the specialist. I cannot go in advance. I hope it's not a big issue but after eight or nine months here at the club, I prefer to wait.»

The centre-back is «beginning rehabilitation programme» as the head coach confirmed the 21-year-old has a problem with his toes.

Injury: Toes.

Predicted return date: Unknown.

What Pochettino has said: «You all know now that we added the list of injured players, Levi and Chilly.»

Nkunku missed a large chunk of the campaign due to a knee injury which he sustained in pre-season. Since returning from the treatment room, the Frenchman has picked up numerous little knocks and struggled to remain match fit.

Return date: Unknown.

What Pochettino has said: «I think he suffered a problem in