Enzo Maresca Announces Nottingham Forest Team Updates
Enzo Maresca, head coach of Chelsea, provided key updates regarding the team’s condition ahead of their match against Nottingham Forest. Notably, Cole Palmer is expected to be sidelined for another six weeks due to a groin injury. He has been out since aggravating this issue against Manchester United on September 20. During this period, Palmer has missed four matches while the coaching staff focuses on his rehabilitation.
Injury Reports and Team Availability
Maresca confirmed the ongoing efforts to manage Palmer’s recovery, stating, “Unfortunately, he needs to be out for probably six more weeks. We are taking it step by step to ensure he returns fully fit.”
Fortunately, Chelsea can count on the return of several players who had previously missed games. Tosin Adarabioyo, Wesley Fofana, and Andrey Santos are now fit and available for selection against Nottingham Forest. The trio resumed training during the international break and played a crucial role in previous matches.
Key Player Updates
- Cole Palmer: Out for six weeks; recovery from groin injury.
- Tosin Adarabioyo, Wesley Fofana, Andrey Santos: Available after recovery and training.
- Reece James: Fit and may achieve his 200th Chelsea appearance against Forest.
- Benoit Badiashile: Out until December due to a muscle injury.
Maresca also expressed hope for the availability of Moises Caidedo, Enzo Fernandez, and Pedro Neto depending on their participation in today’s training. Their statuses will be assessed after the practice session.
As Chelsea prepares for their match at the City Ground, a focus remains on ensuring that injured players regain full fitness while aiming for a strong performance against Nottingham Forest.
