Chelsea prepare for a west London derby with Brentford upon their return to Premier League action this weekend as they look to record their sixth successive top flight victory to further cement their position in third place.
And the Blues could be boosted by the return of five first team players ahead of Saturday’s Stamford Bridge clash, with the international break providing the opportunity for those in question to return to full fitness.
Here is all you need to know about the current state of play at Stamford Bridge and the expected return dates for those currently on the sidelines.