Liam Delap nears return from hamstring injury, may play vs. Wolves in Carabao Cup.

Chelsea striker Liam Delap is close to returning from a hamstring injury, training with the first team for the first time since August and potentially available for the Carabao Cup match against Wolves on October 25. Originally expected to miss until December, his recovery has accelerated, though he remains out for the upcoming Premier League game against Sunderland. Manager Enzo Maresca confirmed no new injuries, while praising young striker Marc Guiu’s recent improvement after a coaching conversation, suggesting he could partner Joao Pedro. Chelsea still lack several key players, including Cole Palmer and Mykhailo Mudryk, and face a strong Sunderland side currently seventh in the Premier League.