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James Olley
Enzo Maresca has confirmed Liam Delap and Estêvão are available for Chelsea’s Premier League clash with Aston Villa on Saturday.
Delap has been sidelined with a shoulder problem since Dec. 6 sustained in Chelsea’s 0-0 draw at Bournemouth.
Estêvão missed Chelsea’s last two matches due to a muscular problem but Maresca said on Wednesday that the pair would be ready to face Villa at Stamford Bridge.
“We didn’t know exactly for how long he [Delap] needs to be out, but he’s available for Saturday, he’s available also Estêvão, so very happy for both,” Maresca said.
Maresca also revealed Cole Palmer is now capable of playing a full match as he looks to overcome a nagging groin problem.
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“I think he’s ready for 90 minutes,” Maresca said.
“The progression for a player is 45, one hour, 70. He already played one hour against Everton. He played more than 70 against Newcastle. I think the progression is there.”
