Journalist Nathan Gissing has claimed on Twitter that Wesley Fofana is just over a week away from returning to first-team training with Chelsea.
The Frenchman had his first season since moving to Stamford Bridge blighted by injury, much like the end of his Leicester career.
Things looked set to skyrocket for Fofana during his first game under new manager Graham Potter. He scored the first goal in a crucial Champions League group match against AC Milan.
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However, his game ended before half-time as he was forced off the pitch with what appeared to be a serious knee problem.
He has not been seen again for Chelsea’s first team since suffering a setback in a friendly behind closed doors against Brentford.
The 22-year-old was one of a number of players Potter was unable to select in recent weeks, ultimately resulting in a major dip in form.
Fofana injury return date
Reece James, Ben Chilwell and N’Golo Kante have suffered long-term problems, with the trio arguably the most important players in the squad.
There will be encouragement that the back-to-back pair have returned to training ahead of the game against Liverpool. Gissing has now posted an update on when Fofana will be able to join them in the next step on his road to recovery.
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He said: “Wesley Fofana injury update: Fofana is expected to return to full training with Chelsea in around 10 days.”
With Kalidou Koulibaly in particular not impressing in most of the games he has played this season, another option at centre-back would be more than welcome for the Blues.
However, they have already seen Benoit Badiashile in action, with Fofana’s compatriot impressing on his debut against Crystal Palace.
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Jack is a football journalist who graduated from the University of Derby. He has freelanced for The Athletic and The Sun. Jack has reported live from Premier League and Championship grounds while also being published in the Non League Paper.
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