Latest Chelsea injury news after updates on Marc Cucurella and Willian Estevao ahead of the Blues' clash with Arsenal this weekend
15:54, 27 Feb 2026
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Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella will miss the clash with Arsenal this weekend.
Chelsea take on London rivals Arsenal this weekend looking to restore their place in the top four in the Premier League, having slipped out of the Champions League places last weekend. Man United's win over Everton saw the Red Devils leapfrog the Blues, following their 1-1 draw with Burnley.
As for the Gunners, they restored their lead at the top of the Premier League table to five points after a comfortable 4-1 win over north London rivals Tottenham.
However, Liam Rosenior's side will be hoping to pose a sterner test for Arsenal, though the Blues will be without several key players for the trip to the Emirates Stadium. Here football.london take a look at the latest Chelsea injury news and potential return dates.
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Willian Estevao
Injury: Hamstring
The full-back has missed the last two games with a knock but looks set to make his return soon.
What Rosenior has said: "Unfortunately, yesterday, he felt an awareness in his hamstring, and obviously, at the moment, we are scanning him to make sure it's nothing too serious. Estevao will be out for a little bit longer."
Potential return date: March
Marc Cucurella
Injury: Thigh
What Rosenior has said: "Cucu is progressing really, really well. He is not available for Sunday, but hopefully we get him back in as quickly as possible."
Potential return date: March
Marc Cucurella of Chelsea
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Marc Cucurella of Chelsea(Image: Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC via Getty Images)
Romeo Lavia
Injury: Thigh
Lavia was back on the bench for the draw with Burnley but did not feature from the bench.
What Rosenior has said: “Romeo is getting stronger and stronger. We had a mini practice match in the week where he looked really good."
Jamie Gittens
Injury: Hamstring
The winger is continuing with his rehab after picking up a hamstring injury against West Ham and has not featured since.
What Rosenior has said: "Jamie Gittens is progressing in his rehab."Previously the Chelsea boss said: "Jamie is looking a little bit more long-term. He's got a tear in his hamstring, which is a real shame for him.
"Obviously, I've not worked with him for too long, I've known about his career and what an outstanding player he is, so that's going to be a big miss for us. It's too early to say (how long he will be out for)."
Potential return date: April
Jamie Gittens is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines
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Jamie Gittens is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines(Image: Getty Images)
Filip Jorgensen
Injury: Unknown
The goalkeeper picked up an injury during Chelsea’s Champions League clash against Pafos last month, but is nearing a return to fitness.
What Rosenior has said: “He's close to being fit and hopefully it will be either Arsenal or the game after."
Potential return date: March 1 vs Arsenal.
Dario Essugo
Injury: Thigh
He suffered a setback in his recovery from injury after slipping in training.
What Rosenior has said: "Dario Essugo is back on the training pitch, too."
Potential return date: Early March
Dario Essugo
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Dario Essugo is injured(Image: Chris Lee - Chelsea FC/Chelsea FC via Getty Images)
Levi Colwill
Injury: Knee
The defender has not featured since August after rupturing his Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) in pre-season. It's not clear whether he'll be back before the end of the season.
What Rosenior has said: "Levi [Colwill] is doing really, really well with his long-term rehab."
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Potential return date: May
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