Chelsea Injury Update Ahead of Tottenham and West Ham Matches

Chelsea secured a valuable point in their recent Premier League clash with Aston Villa, setting their sights on upcoming matches against Tottenham and West Ham at Stamford Bridge. Mauricio Pochettino, dealing with a depleted squad, saw his side earn a draw thanks to goals from Noni Madueke and Conor Gallagher, with Axel Disasi's late winner disallowed by VAR.

Here's an update on Chelsea's injured players as they prepare for their upcoming fixtures:

Reece James Injury: Hamstring Possible return date: May 5 vs West Ham (H) Pochettino's update: "No, they [James and Colwill] are not available yet. They are close. They were doing partial training with the squad. They are close, but still not available."

Malo Gusto Injury: Knee Return date: TBC Pochettino's update: "Malo suffered a minor problem in his knee ligament. I'm not a doctor, but [because] you asked me and I respect trying to translate what's going on. I hope it is not a big issue."

Wesley Fofana Injury: Knee Return date: Next season Pochettino's update: "I think it's difficult to see Wes playing this season, but you never know."

Levi Colwill Injury: Toe Possible return date: May 5 vs West Ham (H) Pochettino's update: "No, they [James and Colwill] are not available yet. They are close. They were doing partial training with the squad. They are close, but still not available."

Ben Chilwell Injury: Unspecified Return date: TBC Pochettino's update: "It's the same problem he suffered in the last few weeks."

Lesley Ugochukwu Injury: Unspecified Return date: Next season

Romeo Lavia Injury: Thigh Return date: Next season

Enzo Fernandez Injury: Groin Return date: Next season Pochettino's update: "The most important thing is to fix the problem for him. If he does not feel well, he can't perform because of the situation, it's not good for him, the team or the club."

Carney Chukwuemeka Injury: Knee Possible return date: May 2 vs Tottenham (H) Pochettino's update: "Hopefully it's not a big issue and they can be available as soon as possible because now we're going to lose two players who were there and we think can help the team."