Mudryk, Fernandez, Ugochukwu - Chelsea injury news and return dates ahead of Luton Town clash
It was a huge three points for Chelsea against Crystal Palace but they might have picked up another injury issue to worry about ahead of their trip to Luton Town.
It was an early goal from Mykhailo Mudryk that set the tone for the Blues as they started strong against Roy Hodgson's Eagles but a Michael Olise goal on the stroke of halftime saw them pull one back. However, a poor challenge from Eberechi Eze on Noni Madueke in the penalty area late on saw the England youth international calmly slot the ball past Dean Henderson to secure all three points.
Following the result against the Eagles, the Blues will now turn their attention to their clash against the Hatters at Kenilworth Road on Saturday afternoon. It'll be the second meeting between the two clubs this season after the 3-0 win at Stamford Bridge saw the Blues open their account for the campaign.
With that being said, football.london have taken a look at the latest news from the treatment room...
The Ukrainian found another goal for the Blues to give them the lead against Palace but was subbed off in the second half after picking up a knock following a heavy challenge. He stayed down but it was unclear whether the substitution was pre-planned and a coincidence or not.
Possible return date: Luton Town (A) — 30/12/2023
The Argentine was replaced by Armando Broja after only half an hour in the Carabao Cup quarter-final against Newcastle last week. Fernandez headed straight down the tunnel before he was spotted crying at full-time. It has since been revealed that he is nursing a hernia.
What Pochettino said: «No, Enzo no.»
Possible return date: Unknown.
Lavia has been nursing an ankle issue since he arrived at Stamford Bridge and he's managed to make the squad over the last
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