Enzo Maresca Targets Winning Start to 2025 as Reece James and Romeo Lavia Near Returns
Enzo Maresca is optimistic about Reece James and Romeo Lavia's returns as Chelsea prepare for their first Premier League match of 2025 against Crystal Palace.
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Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca looks to begin 2025 with a victory against Crystal Palace while sharing updates on key players. Reece James, back from injury, could see minutes after being on the bench against Ipswich, while Romeo Lavia is nearing a return as he regains fitness. Maresca also addressed the continued absence of Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Wesley Fofana, and Benoit Badiashile, emphasising his focus on the team’s improvement during the second half of the season despite the challenges posed by injuries.
- Reece James, back in training, may feature against Crystal Palace after being included in the Ipswich match squad.
- Romeo Lavia has resumed working with the group and is close to returning but requires careful management to avoid further injuries.
- Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall remains sidelined, while Wesley Fofana and Benoit Badiashile face extended absences due to hamstring injuries.
- Maresca highlighted the importance of seeing the team's game-by-game improvements in the second half of the season.
- Chelsea aim to bounce back after a mixed first half of the campaign, starting with the Crystal Palace clash at Selhurst Park.
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Steve, Co-founder of The 1905 Club, created the platform to provide honest, clickbait-free Chelsea FC content. He worked at Stamford Bridge from 2013 to 2016 with a Champions League sponsor. His first Chelsea match was a 1-0 win at Leeds in 2000, and his favourite was the epic 2012 Champions League game against Napoli.
