Mauricio Pochettino Drops Christopher Nkunku Hint Ahead of Brighton Clash

Chelsea is optimistic about Christopher Nkunku’s return for the Carabao Cup quarter-final against Newcastle United on December 19 after his knee surgery in pre-season.

The midfielder is back in light training, and manager Pochettino hints at a possible appearance in the upcoming game against Brighton.

Pochettino mentioned assessing Nkunku and Romeo Lavia for the match, with Lavia being a bit more uncertain.

Captain Reece James won’t play due to a one-match ban, but Pochettino acknowledges James’s efforts to regain full fitness after previous injuries, expressing understanding and support for the player’s situation.