Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku will undergo a scan for a bothersome thigh injury that threatens to lose him in Saturday’s home clash against Aston Villa.
The 28-year-old has made two appearances for the Blues, scoring once, since returning to Stamford Bridge in a £ 98.5 million deal. However, having played twice for Belgium during the international break, he now looks doubtful heading into the resumption of the Premier League.
In fact, Lukaku scored two goals in Belgium’s 5-2 win over Estonia last Thursday. He then scored the first goal when the Red Devils beat the Czech Republic 3-0 on Sunday night.
However, having received a warning, Lukaku is now suspended for Wednesday’s game against Belarus.
It’s probably a blessing in disguise for Lukaku, given that the forward has been struggling with a thigh problem. Now he returns to Stamford Bridge, where the problematic problem will be further explored.
“I’ll do a thigh scan first.” Lukaku told HLN after Belgium’s victory against the Czech Republic.
“I have been struggling with a minor problem for a while. And then I’ll go back to Chelsea. “
Thomas Tuchel’s side are off to a good start to the season, beating Crystal Palace and Arsenal before drawing at Liverpool.
They resume against a Villa team, which has four points in its first three games.
However, it seems unlikely that Tuchel would take a chance on Lukaku’s injury. In case you miss it, the Blues could turn to Timo Werner or use Kai Havertz in a fake nine role.
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Chelsea concern for N’Golo Kante
The Blues also have serious doubts about N’Golo Kante heading into the weekend.
The midfielder suffered an ankle injury during the 1-1 draw at Anfield and was subsequently forced to retire at half-time.
Kante appeared for international service with France, but sent him home as unfit to play.
However, it remains doubtful for the clash against Dean Smith’s team, which starts at 5.30pm on Saturday.
Once again, Tuchel is unlikely to take any chances with Kante, which means there could be an instant engine room debut. by the day of the deadline to hire Saul Niguez.
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