Chelsea's Sam Kerr Expected Fit for Champions League Tie

Chelsea's head coach Sonia Bompastor has included Sam Kerr in the Champions League squad, signaling her potential return after a 15-month recovery from an ACL injury. While Kerr's return is highly anticipated, Bompastor emphasizes the need for patience, stating that the team is equipped to succeed without placing undue pressure on Kerr. Meanwhile, Chelsea is also pursuing Nigerian striker Victor Boniface, who has become available for a reduced price of €50 million after struggling for playing time at Bayer Leverkusen. Reports suggest that Chelsea is keen on Boniface as they look to strengthen their attacking options, although Boniface has previously expressed reluctance to move to the Premier League. In addition, Chelsea received a boost ahead of their upcoming matches against Copenhagen and Arsenal, with key players like Cole Palmer and Reece James expected to return from illness. The team aims to solidify their position for Champions League qualification amidst a challenging schedule.