The officials have been confirmed for Chelsea’s Premier League clash against Leicester City at Stamford Bridge on Sunday afternoon.

That said, Enzo Maresca did rotate a fair amount against Copenhagen — to middling effect — so we should have some fully rested options to call on when his former team, Leicester City come to town this weekend. We also have Wesley Fofana available for selection, which is wonderful news provided he’s truly healthy and fit.

Chelsea captain Reece James has struck a bullish tone amid his team's chances of achieving a double goal for the 2024/25 campaign.

Chelsea return to Premier League action on Sunday afternoon as they continue their hunt for Champions League qualification. The Blues have been underwhelming since the turn of the year but could take an important step towards finishing the campaign in the top four by beating Leicester at Stamford Bridge.

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Lavia has been struggling since mid-December with a hamstring problem and his absence has coincided with Chelsea’s mid-season dip in form. After missing five Premier League matches, the midfielder briefly returned to play against Bournemouth and then Morecambe in the third round of the FA Cup in January, but has not been seen since.

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