Chelsea boss Graham Potter has been handed another fitness scare as Kai Havertz has left the Germany camp to return to London.
According to GOAL, Havertz has departed international duty due to illness and it is uncertain if he will be ready for Chelsea’s clash with Aston Villa in six days’ time.
Although it is not a major worry for Potter, it is yet another thing that has not run smoothly for the English coach.
Reece James withdrew from the England squad at the weekend due to an injury concern and the right-back will be a big miss for Chelsea should he be out for a long period of time.
Havertz has been a key player for Potter in recent weeks scoring in Chelsea’s last two Premier League matches and the important Champions League clash against Borussia Dortmund.
Injuries have plagued Potter’s time at Stamford Bridge and it is a factor many have considered when evaluating the job he is doing at the West London club.
The end of the season is a crucial period for the Chelsea boss as he tries to steer the Blues towards a European competition and maybe another surprise Champions League title.