Every word Mauricio Pochettino said on Liverpool, Chelsea transfers, Nkunku and Gusto injuries

Mauricio Pochettino once again addressed the media as Chelsea prepare for their second game in four nights against Aston Villa on Friday. Fresh off the back of cruising into the Carabao Cup final, Pochettino is now preparing his players for the visit of Villa to Stamford Bridge.

Pochettino was delighted with his players after they scored six past a helpless Middlesbrough on Tuesday and with Liverpool progressing against Fulham 24 hours later, the Blues will take on the Reds yet again at Wembley next month. Before that, though, there is plenty for Chelsea to do.

That starts with the visit of Villa on Friday evening as Chelsea look to progress in another domestic cup competition. You can read every word the Blues head coach had to say in the full transcript below.

How do you feel about facing Liverpool in the final?

«Yes, I think we are going to find a very solid and consistent team. Yes, they are going to be a tough opponent for us. A massive challenge for us, I think it is going to be good to face Liverpool. It's going to be tough, but I think it's going to be a great final.»

Nkunku and Gusto back in training – do they have a chance of being involved tomorrow?

«No. They could be available for Liverpool on Wednesday, they could be. We need to see how they evolve in the next few days. We are positive, but we will see. They won't be available for tomorrow.»

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