Chelsea vs Burnley Injury Update: 10 Players Ruled Out, 2 Doubtful for Premier League Clash
As Chelsea gear up to face Burnley in a pivotal Premier League encounter this Saturday, both teams are grappling with significant injury setbacks. The Blues, fresh from advancing in the FA Cup, host strugglers Burnley at home in a match crucial for their Champions League qualification hopes. Burnley, meanwhile, appear all-but relegated, trailing nine points from safety and struggling to find form.
Burnley's Injury Woes
Burnley's squad is severely depleted, with multiple key players sidelined:
- Josh Cullen - Out until late in the calendar year due to an ACL tear.
- Zeki Amdouni - Recovering from a knee injury, not expected back until April.
- Axel Tuanzebe - Out with a calf injury until March, as confirmed by manager Parker.
- Jordan Beyer - Dealing with a hamstring issue, return date uncertain.
- Mike Tresor - Out for a number of weeks with an ankle injury, though surgery is not required.
- Connor Roberts - Long-term absentee due to an Achilles problem.
- Jamie Bynoe-Gittens - Out with a hamstring tear, recovery timeline unclear.
Chelsea's Injury Concerns
Chelsea also face challenges, with several players unavailable:
- Romeo Lavia - Out, but recently returned to training, with a cautious approach to his comeback.
- Dario Essugo - Not expected back until early March.
- Levi Colwill - Out, though there is hope he could return before the season ends, pending recovery progress.
- Mykhailo Mudryk - Out due to suspension related to anti-doping violations, not counted in the injury tally.
Doubtful Players
Two players are questionable for the match:
- Marc Cucurella - Doubtful, with scans ongoing; unlikely to play but not officially ruled out.
- Filip Jorgensen - Doubtful, close to fitness but confirmation pending for his return.
This injury roundup highlights the depth of squad issues both teams must navigate as they prepare for a high-stakes Premier League fixture. Chelsea aim to secure vital points for European competition, while Burnley fight to avoid relegation, making player availability a critical factor in the outcome.
