Liam Rosenior, the new head coach of the Blues, provided insights into the fitness of Malo Gusto, Reece James, and Cole Palmer. The trio was absent during the recent match against Charlton Athletic, raising concerns among fans.
Post-Match Updates on Gusto, James, and Palmer
In his post-match press conference, Rosenior emphasized the need for caution. The players were sidelined for precautionary reasons after experiencing minor injuries from the previous game against Fulham. He stated, “I don’t want to take any risks at this stage of the season.”
Match Highlights
Rosenior, making his coaching debut, oversaw a 5-1 victory over Charlton Athletic despite making eight changes to the lineup. Key performers included:
- Jorrel Hato
- Tosin Adarabioyo
- Marc Guiu
- Pedro Neto (substitute)
- Enzo Fernandez (substitute)
This strong performance comes just days before significant clashes in the domestic cup and league.
Upcoming Matches
The Blues are set to face Arsenal in the League Cup semi-final on Wednesday. Following that, they will match up against Brentford on Saturday. Both matches are crucial as the team looks to maintain momentum.
Looking Ahead
Rosenior plans to review the medical reports for Gusto, James, and Palmer immediately after the victory. He expressed confidence in his squad’s depth, noting, “I feel like I’ve got such a good squad here.” Ensuring player health will be a priority as they prepare for the challenging games ahead.
