Chelsea injury update: Reece James, Levi Colwill, Christopher Nkunku latest news and return dates

Chelsea head into the international break with the treatment room not breaking out for the first time in an era.

Mauricio Pochettino still has a handful of stars out but has managed to welcome in the likes of Ben Chilwell and Benoit Badiashile in recent weeks.

However, a big question mark remains over Levi Colwill with no time frame for the return of Reece James.

Christopher Nkunku, Romeo Lavia and Wesley Fofana are among the others still on the sidelines ahead of Burnley’s visit after the international break.

Here is your latest update Chelsea injury news and return dates…

Reece James

An injury-plagued year for James took a turn for the worse in December when he suffered the latest in a long line of hamstring problems.

In a race to play again this season, England boss Gareth Southgate said last week he was “hopeful” the right-back would have some time to compete for Euro 2024.

But no time frame has been set for his return at this time.

Potential Return Date: Spring 2024

Levi Colwill

Chelsea have been without Colwill for the last three games after he injured his toe.

No time frame has yet been set for the England defender’s return, with the club’s latest update indicating his “rehabilitation program” is continuing.

He will sit out this month’s internationals as fans wait for more detailed news on Colwill’s issue from Chelsea and manager Mauricio Pochettino.

Potential Return Date: Unknown

Christopher Nkunku

Pochettino said at the end of February that Nkunku’s injury could keep him out for three to four weeks.

Chelsea labeled the Frenchman as “continuing to do his rehabilitation program” ahead of the Leicester game.

Potential return date: March/April 2024

Romeo Lavia

After just one appearance for Chelsea, after struggling with ankle and fitness problems, Lavia injured his hamstring shortly after Christmas.

Still yet to return to training, the Blues were keen not to put a return date on their summer signing.

Potential Return Date: Unknown

Wesley Fofana

Chelsea defender Fofana missed the entire season after suffering a serious knee injury last summer.

However, in order to return to full training, his return will be taken gradually to avoid aggravating the problem.

Potential return date: Spring/Summer 2024

Lesley Ugochukwu

An initial eight-week timeframe has been set for Ugochukwu’s return from a hamstring injury suffered in late December.

The Blues have not provided any substantial update on his progress, only describing him as “continuing to follow his rehabilitation program.”

Potential Return Date: Unknown