Liam Rosenior says he expects Reece James to be available for Chelsea’s game against Leeds despite the captain feeling unwell on the eve of the game.
The injury-plagued James did not recover from a minor problem in time for the win at Wolves at the weekend.
He does, however, seem on course to return to the squad for Tuesday’s match despite not feeling 100%.
Head coach Rosenior explained on Monday afternoon: “Reece is fit. A small issue, but he’s feeling unwell today.
“It’s not a conspiracy, it’s true. Hopefully he’ll be well enough to play tomorrow.”
Andrey Santos is also expected to be available despite nursing an ankle problem.
Meanwhile, defender Tosin Adarabioyo, who has been out with a hamstring injury, is back in training.
Romeo Lavia has also been training with the squad.
But with Lavia having suffered a series of injury setbacks, Rosenior said the midfielder is following a “detailed plan” for his comeback.
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