Chelsea’s pre-season tour of America is into the final week with just two games left against Manchester City and Real Madrid.
After a disappointing start in the opening two games with a draw against Wrexham and a defeat to Celtic the Blues recorded their first win against Club America on Wednesday.
It was a much improved performance and was the first sign the players are starting to get to grips with what Enzo Maresca has asked them to do.
The Blues held an open training session on Friday ahead of Saturday’s game against City, but two players were spotted training with strapping which could be a cause for concern.
Reece James and Benoit Badiashile were spotted with strapping on their legs, but given they were taking part in the full session it appears this could purely be precautionary.
Given the chronic injury issues Chelsea have been plagued by over the last few seasons it’s vital they get on top of it next season, and coming through pre-season unscathed would be a good start.
Reece James and Benoit Badiashile with strapping on their legs in preseason pic.twitter.com/Fz58RBA6yE
— Nizaar Kinsella (@NizaarKinsella) August 2, 2024
