Chelsea Hit With Major Injury Blow Ahead of Liverpool Showdown 😱⚽
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has admitted his squad is facing a serious injury crisis ahead of their crucial Premier League clash against Liverpool at Stamford Bridge this weekend.
During his pre-match press conference, Maresca revealed that as many as seven or eight first-team players could be unavailable for selection — a situation that leaves the Blues in a tight spot.
Key names like Cole Palmer are sidelined through injury, while Trevoh Chalobah will miss the encounter due to suspension. Long-term absentees Wesley Fofana, Levi Colwill, Andrey Santos, Tosin Adarabioyo, and Dario Essugo remain out of contention as well.
Maresca admitted he might need to call upon academy talents once again, saying:
> “Last season we trusted young players like Josh Acheampong ahead of senior options — and the same could happen now. I’ve always believed in youth.”
This defensive shortage could play right into Liverpool’s attacking strengths, with Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak expected to test Chelsea’s weakened backline.
Meanwhile, Liverpool boss Arne Slot provided his own injury update — confirming that Alisson Becker will miss the trip to London, while Hugo Ekitike and Federico Chiesa face late fitness tests. Giorgi Mamardashvili is set to start in goal once more, and Giovanni Leoni remains a long-term absentee with an ACL injury.
Despite a few concerns of their own, the Reds look to have the upper hand in terms of squad depth and momentum. With Chelsea short on key players, this clash could be the perfect opportunity for Liverpool to strike at Stamford Bridge. 🔥
