The following injury update has been provided ahead of Chelsea’s Premier League fixture against Newcastle United at Stamford Bridge.

Carney Chukwuemeka – to join team training.

Benoit Badiashile – to join partial team training for reconditioning phase.

Ben Chilwell – undergoing specialist medical assessment.

Levi Colwill – beginning rehabilitation programme.

Conor Gallagher – absent due to illness.

Wesley Fofana – continuing to undergo his rehabilitation programme.

Reece James – continuing to undergo his rehabilitation programme.

Romeo Lavia – continuing to undergo his rehabilitation programme.

Christopher Nkunku – continuing to undergo his rehabilitation programme.

Lesley Ugochukwu – continuing to undergo his rehabilitation programme.