Silva, Badiashile, James - Chelsea injury news and return dates before Liverpool Carabao Cup final

Chelsea will be looking to claim their first silverware under Mauricio Pochettino when they go head-to-head with Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final against at Wembley Stadium on Sunday.

The Blues progressed to the final following a 6-2 aggregate win over Middlesbrough in the semi-final last month. Last weekend, Blues shared the spoils with Manchester City, playing out a 1-1 draw in the Premier League.

Chelsea were close to coming away with the win at the Etihad Stadium after Raheem Sterling broke the deadlock on the brink of half-time. But Rodri rescued a late point by equalising with seven minutes from time.

Veteran Thiago Silva was absent at the back, testing the young defence which included two 20-year-olds. However, they were successful and managed to frustrate Erling Haaland who was unable to get on target.

As preparations continue underway this week, football.london takes a look at the latest from the Chelsea treatment room.

Injury: Groin.

The Brazilian went to the ground and was withdrawn from the game against Crystal Palace after he appeared to have discomfort in his groin. Pochettino ruled him out for the trip to City but there's a chance he could return at Wembley.

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What Pochettino has said: «Yes, minor injury but he is out for tomorrow [vs City]. He is not available, after this, we need to assess game by game.»

Expected return date: Unknown.

Injury: Ankle.

Despite having only just returned from injury, Chukwuemeka is back on the list after suffering a training injury. He is a current doubt for the final.

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