Report: Frank Lampard set to be without key duo for Chelsea’s trip to Newcastle
According to a report from The Athletic, Chelsea duo Christian Pulisic and Kai Havertz are both expected to miss the game at Newcastle on Saturday afternoon.
Both midfielders haven’t been involved recently as they recover from their respective issues, a hamstring problem for Pulisic and a positive Covid test for Havertz.
There had been optimism that at least one of the pair may have been involved as the Blues travel to St James’ Park. However, it now seems that Frank Lampard will have to make do without two key members of his squad.
Havertz had seemed most likely to feature but it seems the match comes just too soon after being out of action for a period of being unable to train.
USA international Pulisic headed off with his national side last week before being released back to Chelsea after struggling with a recurrence of his hamstring issue.
The 22-year-old American has endured a stuttering start to his 2020/21 campaign after ending last season in the best form of his career at Stamford Bridge, albeit with an injury suffered in the FA Cup final.