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Chelsea Injury News: Latest on Malo Gusto and Marc Guiu Fitness Updates

With a critical run of fixtures ahead, Chelsea are receiving a welcome boost as key players edge closer to returning from injury. Enzo Maresca, overseeing a rebuilding project at Stamford Bridge, will be relieved to have more options at his disposal with the season’s climax approaching.

Malo Gusto Stepping up Recovery Ahead of Key Fixtures

Malo Gusto missed Chelsea’s convincing win over Everton, having picked up an injury during the previous victory at Fulham. However, the signs are encouraging for the French full-back. Manager Enzo Maresca offered an optimistic assessment last week.

“Malo is injured, but it does not look like an important injury,” Maresca told reporters. “He’s already running and doing things outside, but he won’t be available for tomorrow. Hopefully, he can be available for the next one.”

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Chelsea expect Gusto to feature as soon as their upcoming Conference League semi-final clash away to Djurgarden on 1 May 2025. His return would be timely, adding dynamism and defensive solidity to a side aiming for European silverware.

Marc Guiu Closing in on Comeback After Injury Setback

Marc Guiu’s integration into Chelsea life was cruelly interrupted on transfer deadline day in January, when he suffered a groin injury while stretching to control a ball during the Blues’ 2-1 win over West Ham. Since then, his rehabilitation has been a patient process.

Earlier this month, Maresca updated supporters on the Spaniard’s progress: “[Guiu] is close. Hopefully, it can be one week, two weeks, and he can be with us for the final part of the season.”

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Chelsea are hopeful Guiu can make a contribution before the campaign concludes. With attacking options thin, his powerful presence could offer an alternative threat up front as the Blues chase European qualification.

Wesley Fofana Faces Longer Wait for Full Fitness

While there is positive news concerning Malo Gusto and Marc Guiu, Chelsea continue to be without Wesley Fofana. The French defender underwent surgery on a hamstring injury earlier this month, and the club have been careful not to place undue pressure on his recovery timeline.

Realistically, the best-case scenario is for Fofana to be available for the Club World Cup later this year. In the meantime, his rehabilitation continues at the Cobham training ground under close medical supervision.

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Omari Kellyman Building Towards Next Season

Summer signing Omari Kellyman’s Chelsea career has been similarly disrupted by injury. After making just three appearances in PL2, a severe hamstring injury required surgery earlier this year. Although Kellyman shared news of a successful operation on social media, a return before the end of the current campaign is highly unlikely.

Chelsea expect the young midfielder to be fully fit in time for pre-season preparations, where he will aim to establish himself under Maresca’s evolving system.