Chelsea handed timely double injury boost in fitness update ahead of West Ham clash

Lavia, who has made just three appearances since joining the Blues from Southampton last August, was last seen in action for the club against Servette in the Europa Conference League qualifying round. However, he subsequently missed the club's next four matches across all competitions as manager Enzo Maresca had confirmed last month that the midfielder suffered a hamstring injury.

Gusto, on the other hand, appeared in the club's first three Premier League games before missing their last league encounter against Bournemouth due to a muscle injury. On Tuesday, both players were spotted at the training pitch as they continued their rehabilitation process.

The official statement from the club on the players' condition read, "There was further good news as Malo Gusto and Romeo Lavia continued their rehabilitation with another modified session as they continue their recovery from injury."

The West London side, who have managed to collect seven points from their first four league games, will be next seen in action on Saturday as they take on West Ham at the London Stadium.