Chelsea injury latest shapes Maresca’s challenge ahead of Everton testChelsea enter another pivotal week defined not only by results but by the state of a squad continually stretched, reshaped and

Liam Delap was Chelsea’s first signing of the summer transfer window as the club moved quickly to address what was seen as a primary area of weakness last season, striker. João Pedro soon followed, with Nicolas Jackson hitting the old dusty trail on (at least for now).

After one feisty exchange between the two, Senesi landed awkwardly on Delap leaving the striker in real pain. The 22-year-old was left clutching his right shoulder as he left the pitch after 31 minutes, replaced by Marc Guiu.

Mick Brown believes Chelsea are concerned about Liam Delap following his latest injury blow and reported interest from Aston Villa.

CHELSEA are set to be without Liam Delap for an extended period of time once again. The £30million striker dislocated his shoulder in the 0-0 draw with Bournemouth on Saturday. According to

Liam Delap ’s shoulder injury has given Chelsea a decision to make ahead of the January transfer window, but they do not intend on changing their plans. The 22-year-old started away at Bournemouth on Saturday but had to be taken off just after the half-hour mark.

Chelsea have no plans to recall Nicolas Jackson from his loan spell at Bayern Munich or to push through a move for Strasbourg's Emmanuel Emegha to cover Liam Delap's injury. The Blues will continue with Marc Guiu,

LIAM DELAP was signed to be Chelsea’s answer to finally replace Diego Costa. And he’s halfway there at least, because he certainly has the attitude; it’s just the goals that are