Overview

• Manager Enzo Maresca confirmed Palmer will not face Fulham after feeling a groin problem that has also preceded his omission from Thomas Tuchel’s England squad.
• Palmer felt discomfort in the West Ham warm-up, was taken inside by staff, underwent assessment after the 5-1 win and was absent from Tuesday’s training.
• Maresca described Palmer’s status as day to day and said Chelsea must find different tactical solutions when their playmaker is unavailable.
• Romeo Lavia and Benoit Badiashile remain sidelined, with Maresca indicating they are unlikely to return before the international break but should be nearer fitness afterward.
• Chelsea are closing in on a £40m move for Alejandro Garnacho and Christopher Nkunku is set for a loan to AC Milan, according to Maresca.