Overview
- Liam Delap and Jamie Gittens remain at home with high temperatures, with several staff members also unwell as club doctors work to limit the spread.
- Chelsea held a hygiene briefing at Cobham, reinforcing basic measures such as frequent handwashing during a congested run of fixtures.
- Cole Palmer and Reece James trained on Thursday and are possible inclusions for the Brentford match pending medical protocols.
- Romeo Lavia has stepped up rehab with individual on‑pitch work but has no set return date, while other absentees continue longer-term recoveries.
- Liam Rosenior declined to name a first-choice goalkeeper after Robert Sanchez’s errors against Arsenal, emphasizing competition for every position.