Know when will Antonio Rudiger return as Thomas Tuchel provides a fresh injury update on the player
The Blues are coming off yet another humiliating setback, this time a 4-2 loss to Arsenal at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday. And now Thomas Tuchel’s injury concerns have grown as the weekend approaches.
Chelsea’s 4-2 loss to Arsenal at home on Wednesday cost them the chance to cement third place in the Premier League season in what was their game in hand, as the Blues suffered their second defeat in three games.
Antonio Rudiger Injury Update, Return Date, Chelsea Injured Players List, Report And News
As his side begins to absorb knocks in the last stretch of the season, Thomas Tuchel was already missing four first-team players for the crucial match, and another was added to that list during the game against the Gunners.
Here’s all you need to know about the present situation at Stamford Bridge, including estimated comeback dates for those who have been sidelined.
Andreas Christensen
Defender Andreas Christensen Andreas Christensen had a night to forget on Wednesday night, as a bad back pass handed Arsenal the game’s first goal before being pulled off at half-time due to injury, having only played 45 minutes.
The nature of the Danish international’s problems has yet to be revealed, and it is unknown if he will be able to return in time for Sunday’s match against West Ham United.
Tuchel said after the game on Wednesday: “He stated that he was unable to continue. He had a few issues.”
- Injury Type: Unknown
- Situation: Unknown
- Return Date: Unknown
Antonio Rudiger
After assisting Chelsea in their FA Cup semi-final victory over Crystal Palace on Sunday, Antonio Rudiger was unexpectedly left out of the matchday team for Wednesday’s match against Arsenal.
Tuchel, on the other hand, confirmed after the game that the German defender had been suffering from a groyne ailment in the aftermath of the Wembley victory, but that he will be a doubt for this weekend as he continues to struggle with the issue.
“It’s groyne soreness a tiny, minor injury,” Tuchel remarked after the game on Wednesday. I hope so, but the doctors have informed me that today is far too soon. I don’t believe he will face West Ham.”
- Injury Type: Groyne Ailment
- Situation: Not Serious
- Return Date: Next Week
Mateo Kovacic
Mateo Kovacic, like Rudiger, started against Crystal Palace on Sunday, but was pulled off after just 26 minutes due to injury, and was consequently left out of Wednesday’s defeat to Arsenal.
The Croatian international suffered a ligament injury that will keep him out for at least two weeks. Which means he will not be able to play against West Ham on Sunday. He will have to wait a little longer to return to the team.
Tuchel, speaking on Tuesday, said: “Kova will miss the game against Arsenal due to a ligament issue. I’m hoping it won’t be more than two weeks.”
- Injury Type: Ligament Issue
- Situation: Serious
- Return Date: After 2 weeks
Callum Hudson-Odoi
Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi has been out of action since beginning in the 3-2 FA Cup Fifth Round victory against Luton Town on March 2, before suffering an injury as a result of his role in that match, as well as some subsequent lower back concerns.
Since then, the 21-year-old has been sidelined due to Achilles tendon issues that have kept him out of play. Tuchel has acknowledged that he has yet to participate in first-team training. And that he would not be pushed back, implying that he will be out for the time being.
With Callum, we take things day by day and week by week, Tuchel said on Tuesday. However, it is not feasible for him to join in with the squad.”
- Injury Type: Achilles Tendon Issues
- Situation: Serious
- Return Date: Unknown