"The England international needed treatment during Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Arsenal at the Emirates but Liam Rosenior yesterday eased fears over a setback, insisting Palmer is 'absolutely fine' to start at Villa Park tonight."
"Cucurella was forced off in the draw with Leeds United, missing the games against Hull City, Burnley and Arsenal as a result. Both Jorrel Hato and Malo Gusto have deputised in his place but it is the Dutchman who was given the nod at the Emirates at the weekend."
"With Neto suspended and Estevao and Gittens still absent, Alejandro Garnacho could get his first start in the league since being hauled off at half-time against Wes Ham United at the end of January."
Chelsea face Aston Villa in a Premier League match with Cole Palmer expected to feature despite recent injury management throughout the season. Palmer received treatment after Sunday's loss to Arsenal but manager Liam Rosenior confirmed he is fit to start. Marc Cucurella remains unavailable with a hamstring injury, likely returning for Saturday's FA Cup match against Wrexham. Estevao Willian has also missed recent games but returned to training. Pedro Neto is suspended following his red card at Arsenal, though Wesley Fofana is available after serving his suspension. Alejandro Garnacho may earn his first league start since late January. Chelsea sit sixth, six points behind fourth-placed Villa.
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