“Estevan and Liam Delap are ready to take the field.”, — write: football.ua
Estevan and Liam Delap are ready to take the field.
Enzo Maresca Getty Images December 24, 2025, 6:48 p.m
After a series of forced rotations due to injuries, the composition of the blues will be replenished with several important performers at once. The biggest surprise was the quick recovery of striker Liam Delap and Brazilian prodigy Estevan.
Delap, who injured his shoulder in the match against Bournemouth, returned to training much earlier than doctors expected. Estevao, who has missed the last few games with a muscle injury, also trained with the general squad this week.
Maresca confirmed: “Both players are available for selection for Saturday’s match.”
Another important news was the coach’s statement regarding Cole Palmer. Chelsea’s attack leader, who has been gradually returning to action after a groin injury, is finally ready to play the full 90 minutes.
In addition to the return of the injured, Moises Caicedo, who has served his suspension, returns to the squad. This will allow Mareska to display the most combatable middle lane. However, Romeo Lavia and Levi Colville remain in the infirmary, whose recovery is delayed.
The game against Villa is of fundamental importance for the Londoners in the fight for a place in the top four, with the Birmingham side currently showing an impressive winning streak.
The match of the 18th round of the Premier League between Chelsea and Aston Villa will start on December 27 at 19:30.