Chelsea weighs key player decisions ahead of Copenhagen rematch

Ahead of Chelsea's crucial Conference League second-leg match against Copenhagen, head coach Enzo Maresca is weighing the participation of key players Reece James, Cole Palmer, and Christopher Nkunku, all of whom faced recent health issues. Chelsea holds a 2-1 lead from the first leg and aims to secure a quarter-final spot against either Molde or Legia Warsaw. Despite injury setbacks, including the sidelining of Malo Gusto and several other players, James and Nkunku have returned to training and could feature in the match. Maresca emphasized the importance of the competition as Chelsea's sole chance for silverware this season. Additionally, Chelsea is reportedly eyeing Inter Milan's Denzel Dumfries for a summer transfer, as they consider a positional shift for James to midfield. The club's ongoing struggles with goalkeeper selection have raised concerns about their transfer strategy as they navigate a challenging season.