Chelsea Injury Crisis Deepens as Disasi and Fernandez Join Treatment Room
Blues Boss Pochettino Faces Selection Headache Ahead of Everton Clash
Chelsea's injury woes have taken a further turn for the worse, with Axel Disasi and Enzo Fernandez becoming the latest to join the treatment room. The pair have not trained since the 2-2 draw with Sheffield United, leaving head coach Mauricio Pochettino with a selection headache ahead of Monday night's Premier League clash with Everton.
Disasi's Absence a Concern
Disasi's absence is particularly concerning, as the Frenchman had never missed a game through injury before joining Chelsea. The defender has been a key figure in the Blues' backline since his arrival from Nice in the summer, and his absence will be a major blow.
Fernandez's Fitness Also in Doubt
Fernandez, who joined Chelsea from Benfica in January, has also been struggling with a knock. The Argentine midfielder has made an immediate impact at Stamford Bridge, but his fitness is now in doubt for the Everton game.
Pochettino Facing Selection Dilemma
Pochettino must now decide how to replace Disasi and Fernandez in his starting lineup. Trevoh Chalobah and Marc Cucurella are the most likely candidates to fill the void in defense, while Conor Gallagher and Mateo Kovacic could be drafted into midfield.
Blues Hoping to End Poor Run
Chelsea are hoping to end a poor run of form when they host Everton. The Blues have won just one of their last five Premier League games, and they will be keen to get back to winning ways against the Toffees.
Everton Looking to Spring Upset
Everton, meanwhile, will be looking to spring an upset at Stamford Bridge. The Toffees have been in good form under new manager Sean Dyche, and they will be confident of causing Chelsea problems.
The match between Chelsea and Everton is scheduled to kick off at 8pm GMT on Monday night. It will be shown live on Sky Sports in the UK.
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