Romeo Lavia's Injury Impact on Wolves vs Chelsea Match

The young Chelsea midfielder missed one of the recent matches, against Wolverhampton Wanderers, owing to a minor hamstring injury. Although he has been decent for the Blues, he has had fitness struggles in the period that he has been at the club since last year. He was not in the travelling team that travelled to Molineux, as confirmed by Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca who said that his hamstring was troubling him, although added that it was not too serious.

The player’s time at this club has been characterized by injuries. After getting injured shortly after he arrived at the club, he managed one full appearance for Chelsea last season but it was cut short owing to fitness struggles. However, although he fully participated in the club’s pre-season and played in the encounter at Saint Mary’s stadium to kick off the latest campaign, he had another fitness setback.

When asked why Lavia did not feature in the game against Wolves, Maresca confirmed via Chelsea’s website that ahead of the game that several players are being assessed at the club owing to the challenge that comes with being inactive for long such as in his case. He clarified that he had a hamstring problem but it was not too serious, hinting that he may return soon.

Although the team played well in the absence they conceded two goals in a match to remain winless, indicating that he could have been crucial in stabilizing the team’s midfield. Chelsea wanted to get their first Premier League points of the new campaign in this match but could only share spoils.

Owing to the effect this is having on Chelsea, particularly because the absence of Lavia has escalated the club’s midfield struggles when he cannot play, the coach will have to come up with effective solutions to the challenges that are linked to his management of players. This can compromise the Blues’ success. The player may also have to avoid some kind of exercises as he works on his healing to make a return. It is hoped by both the fans and the management of the team that he will be able to run again as a way of executing his crucial role for and kick starting his club this season.