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Lavia Nearing Chelsea Return After Injury Hell
20 Feb
Summary
- Lavia's first appearance since November quadriceps injury is anticipated.
- He has missed 98 matches in 603 days since joining Chelsea.
- Lavia has returned to training following a detailed recovery plan.
Romeo Lavia is reportedly on the verge of his first Chelsea appearance since early November, following a significant quadriceps injury. This latest setback continues a challenging spell for the midfielder since his £54 million transfer from Southampton in 2023.
Since joining the club, Lavia has played a limited role, failing to complete a full 90 minutes and missing 98 matches over 603 days. Head coach Liam Rosenior confirmed Lavia's return to training in recent weeks.
Rosenior indicated Lavia is following a detailed plan designed for a permanent return. However, no specific timeframe has been provided for his first-team availability. Meanwhile, Chelsea's youth squad is vying for the Premier League 2 title, currently holding second place.
