Chelsea's injury worries continue to mount as they prepare to face West Ham United in a crucial Premier League London derby this Sunday at Stamford Bridge.
Despite their depleted squad, the Blues managed a commendable 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur on Thursday.
The absence of 14 key players, including the likes of Reece James, Raheem Sterling, and Ben Chilwell, didn't deter Chelsea from securing the win.
Manager Mauricio Pochettino was on the brink of celebrating a victory without further fitness setbacks, but Alfie Gilchrist's late injury forced an unexpected substitution, giving debutant Josh Acheampong a chance to shine.
While there has been no official update on Gilchrist's condition, initial indications suggest that it might not be a serious concern.
Should Gilchrist recover in time, he is likely to join the defensive lineup alongside stalwarts like Benoit Badiashile and Marc Cucurella.
However, the return of Levi Colwill and Axel Disasi could provide manager Pochettino with some selection headaches.
In midfield, Cesare Casadei finds himself as one of the most experienced options on the bench, while Conor Gallagher and Moises Caicedo are expected to continue their midfield partnership.
Meanwhile, Cole Palmer is set to play a pivotal role in orchestrating Chelsea's attacks.
Christopher Nkunku's return to team training is a positive sign, but his injury history suggests that he may not be risked from the start against West Ham.
Instead, Noni Madueke, Nicolas Jackson, and Mykhaylo Mudryk are likely to lead Chelsea's offensive efforts.