In a major positive for the long-term outlook of the Chelsea defense, Levi Colwill is making significant strides in his recovery from a serious anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. The academy graduate is set to feature for the Under-21 side in a behind-closed-doors friendly on Friday as he builds up his match fitness.
Rosenior is hopeful the England international can feature for the senior side before the campaign concludes, saying, "I'm hoping [we'll see Levi before the end of the season], as Levi is an outstanding player and a leader in the dressing room. When you have a long-term injury, to the extent of Levi’s injury, you need a long rehab period. I want to make sure he is 100 percent right in terms of his match fitness before we consider him for our first team."
Chelsea welcome United to Stamford Bridge on Saturday for a high-stakes "six-pointer" in the race for Champions League qualification. The sixth-placed Blues, currently on 48 points, have the chance to close the gap on United, who occupy third with 55 points.