Liam Delap will be sidelined for six to eight weeks after picking up an injury against Fulham in the 2-0 win, with Enzo Maresca confirming the timeframe. Chelsea recently sanctioned Nicolas Jackson's loan move to Bayern Munich, removing a forward option from the squad. The Delap injury exacerbates a shortage of strikers, forcing reliance on Joao Pedro to lead the line for the next couple of months. Jackson had dropped down the pecking order after two summer signings and sought regular playing time. The club's recent successes raise expectations for competing for major trophies, but limited attacking depth could hinder those aspirations.
Chelsea have been dealt a major injury blow with Liam Delap sidelined for several weeks with an injury. The summer signing has picked up an injury against Fulham, during the 2-0 win, and Enzo Maresca has confirmed that the player will be sidelined for the next 6 to 8 weeks. Maresca: Liam Delap is expected to be out for 6 to 8 weeks because of this type of injury, told TNT Sports. pic.twitter.com/F9xcBoLXIZ Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 30, 2025
Chelsea have sanctioned Nicolas Jackson exit Chelsea have recently sanctioned the departure of Nicolas Jackson on loan to Bayern Munich just a few hours ago. The injury to Delap has worsened the situation, and it seems that the Blues will struggle with the lack of depth in attack. They will have to depend on Joao Pedro to lead the line for the next couple of months.
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