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Chelsea anticipates player returns ahead of Bournemouth fixture

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 6:50 AM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Chelsea anticipates player returns ahead of Bournemouth fixture

Summary

Chelsea is hoping for a significant injury boost before their match against Bournemouth on October 10. Key players Cole Palmer, Reece James, and Joao Pedro are all in contention to return following injuries. Palmer is recovering from a minor muscular issue, while James is working through a recurring hamstring problem. Joao Pedro aims to shake off a knee injury sustained earlier this month. Chelsea's challenges are compounded by new injuries to Mike Penders and Jamie Gittens during the international break, making squad depth a concern.

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Status Watch

•Palmer aims to return from a muscular issue before Bournemouth.
•James struggles with a recurring hamstring injury.
•Joao Pedro targets a return from a knee injury.
•Penders and Gittens suffer new injuries during international break.
•Chelsea's squad depth is tested ahead of upcoming fixtures.

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6:50 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea set for quadruple injury boost ahead of Bournemouth clash

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Chelsea Injury Update: Palmer, James and Joao Pedro in Focus Before BournemouthChelsea head into the closing stretch of the international break with a familiar problem, injuries stacking up and key pl...
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