In a boost to Chelsea, Enzo Maresca is positive that an injured star will be available for their Premier League opener against Crystal Palace.

Enzo Maresca has plunged his unwanted Chelsea stars further into the cold with a brutal remark. The Italian is keen to oversee a fire-sale at Stamford Bridge to allow for the arrival of more fresh faces, while also cutting down the Blues’ bloated squad.

Chelsea regular Levi Colwill is a doubt for the start of the Premier League season after sustaining a knock in training, with manager Enzo Maresca calling it “a problem”. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.