Every word Mauricio Pochettino said on transfers, Nkunku issue, Gallagher guarantee and FA Cup

Mauricio Pochettino held his first press conference of 2024 and faced questions for the first time since the January transfer window opened at Cobham on Friday afternoon. While Preston North End and the FA Cup was on the agenda, there was plenty to discuss before the tie on Saturday afternoon.

As expected, transfers were on the agenda and the 51-year-old head coach spent time discussing Conor Gallagher's future in addition to his conversations with the sporting directors. Pochettino admitted a decision would be required on Andrey Santos following his return from Nottingham Forest too.

There were updates on Ben Chilwell, Carney Chukwuemeka and Romeo Lavia too, while the Blues boss admitted that Christopher Nkunku had suffered some issues during the week but would be in the Chelsea squad versus Preston.

Pochettino also provided his thoughts on the situations of Armando Broja and Axel Disasi at the halfway mark of the season. football.london details every word from Pochettino below.

Do Ben Chilwell and Carney Chukwuemeka have a chance for tomorrow? Romeo Lavia latest and any other news?

Chilwell and Carney are not available for tomorrow. We will see for the next game, Middlesbrough semi-final or Fulham. They are doing well, training with the group the last few days, we are happy with their evolution.

Lavia is recovering after his injury. We don't know when he will be available again. Problem in his quad during the game against Palace. Benoit [Badiashile] I think is going to be available for next week. I don't know. Jesus help me? I think nothing.

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