By Nathaniel Kay

'Finally': Some Chelsea fans love who they've seen in training ahead of Spurs tie

A section of Chelsea supporters on social media were delighted to see Ruben Loftus-Cheek back in training ahead of the Carabao Cup semi-final against Tottenham Hotspur.

The midfielder has not featured since the 1-1 draw with Everton in the middle of December.

He was struck down by a double dose of injury and covid, right on a cue as he began to get a solid run in the side.

Loftus-Cheek free to face Spurs

Prior to his absence, the 25-year-old had started five Premier League games in a row, which is something of a rarity in his stuttered senior career.

Fortunately, it seems Loftus-Cheek has overcome his latest curse and could be in contention to face Spurs tomorrow evening.

Understandably, Blues fans felt a jolt of joy when they noticed their academy graduate’s return to the Cobham pitches.

Here’s how they reacted on Twitter:

Chelsea regaining bodies

Loftus-Cheek’s revival has arrived at just the right time for Chelsea.

Any recovering player is a bonus, but this time of year is especially crucial for all components to be available.

Thomas Tuchel’s tireless midfield duo Mateo Kovacic and N’Golo Kante will be drained from their efforts at home to Liverpool last weekend.

It feels only fair they get a break on Wednesday, a reward which is now more feasible thanks to the potential presence of Loftus-Cheek.

Jorginho started on the bench against Jurgen Klopp’s men, meaning he should also be fresh for the upcoming London derby.

All four of Chelsea’s first-choice central midfielders could be rested for the FA Cup contest with Chesterfield, allowing them to be fresh for the huge fixture away to Manchester City next week.

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Nathaniel Kay

"Nathaniel is a football journalist who graduated from the University of Derby. He worked at Burton Albion as part of their media team for two years. Nathaniel produced regular articles for the club’s official website and match-day programme. He covered the 2018 U20 Women’s World Cup in Brittany and has reported from grounds ranging from non-league up to the Premier League. Nathaniel is a full-time writer for the Chelsea Chronicle, and was formerly their social media man. His footballing career reached the sparkling heights of winning the Under-13s Bloxham Tournament in 2011."