Enzo Maresca has bolstered Chelsea’s attacking options by confirming that Estêvão Willian and Liam Delap have recovered from recent knocks ahead of their match against Aston Villa.
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has confirmed that teenage sensation Estêvão Willian and striker Liam Delap are both fit and available for the upcoming Premier League fixture against Aston Villa.
Both players had been nursing minor fitness concerns following recent outings, leading to speculation regarding their involvement in the weekend’s high-stakes clash.
However, Maresca revealed during his pre-match press conference that the pair have trained fully and will travel to Villa Park.
The return of Estêvão is particularly significant for the Blues, as the Brazilian youngster has quickly become a focal point of Maresca’s attacking system.
His creativity and pace provide a vital dimension to the squad, while Delap offers a physical presence in the final third.
Speaking on the squad’s condition, Maresca stated, “Estêvão and Liam are both fit. They trained with us yesterday and today, so they are available for selection on Sunday.”
Despite the positive news regarding the attacking duo, Chelsea continue to manage the workload of several other first-team regulars during a congested festive period.
Maresca emphasized the importance of squad rotation to maintain intensity, though he remained tight-lipped on the specific starting XI.
“It is always a boost to have your best players ready,” the manager added, as Chelsea look to maintain their position in the competitive race for the top four.