Chelsea shares update on their Injury players ahead of Wolves clash
Chelsea continue to battle a lengthy injury list as the campaign progresses. Here’s the latest on who’s sidelined and when they might return:
- Levi Colwill
Injury: ACL tear
Expected return: June 2026
Colwill remains a long-term absentee after suffering a serious anterior cruciate ligament injury during preseason. The England defender has only just begun early rehabilitation and will not feature this season. - Benoît Badiashile
Injury: Muscle injury
Expected return: December 2025
The French centre-back was forced off during the win over Liverpool earlier this month and faces another extended spell out. Maresca confirmed he is unlikely to return before December. - Cole Palmer
Injury: Groin injury
Expected return: Mid-December 2025
The Blues’ creative talisman aggravated a groin issue that initially seemed minor but now requires a recovery period of at least six weeks. Palmer is not expected to feature again until mid-December. - Liam Delap
Injury: Thigh injury
Expected return: Early November 2025
Summer signing Delap is nearing a return after suffering a thigh strain. Maresca revealed the forward is “very close to full training” and could rejoin the squad early next month. - Dário Essugo
Injury: Thigh injury
Expected return: Unknown
The young midfielder arrived carrying a knock from his loan spell at Sporting CP, and his fitness timeline remains uncertain. - Mykhailo Mudryk
Suspension: Doping violation
Expected return: Unknown
The Ukrainian winger has been unavailable since December 2024 after testing positive for a banned substance. No official update has been provided on his potential return.
Match Details
- Fixture: Wolves vs Chelsea
- Competition: EFL Cup Round of 16
- Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025
- Kickoff Time: 7:45 p.m. local / 1:15 a.m. IST (October 30)
- Venue: Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton
- Referee: Jarred Gillett
Outlook
Both sides enter this EFL Cup clash with something to prove. Chelsea will seek an immediate response after their league setback and a chance to progress into the quarterfinals, while Wolves hope to use the cup as a spark to ignite their season. With squad rotation expected on both ends, fans can anticipate an open, unpredictable contest at Molineux.