WESLEY FOFANA NEWS

Not in squad Saturday Fofana (undisclosed) isn't available in the match squad for Saturday's clash against Burnley.

Impact Fofana was expected to start on Saturday against the Clarets but ultimately missed the match squad for undisclosed reasons. The Frenchman is replaced by Tosin Adarabioyo in central defense, and the latter should see a greater role if the issue with Fofana turns out to be serious.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in return Fofana assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 5-1 win versus Ajax.

Impact Fofana, who had been out for a month due to an undisclosed injury, returned to the pitch Wednesday. He marked his return with an assist on Marc Guin's opener in the 18th minute, his first goal contribution of the season. On the defensive end he won three duels, intercepted four passes and made two clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Ajax Fofana (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's clash with Ajax.

Impact Fofana was reportedly not going to be rushed back from a concussion, but evidently he passed all protocols, as he's been deemed fully fit for a return Wednesday. He's straight into the starting XI, setting him up for his third start and fourth appearance this season. Fofana missed the last four matches due to concussion.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Managed carefully by staff Fofana (undisclosed) is managed carefully by the staff and will be back available for Wednesday's clash against Ajax in the Champions League, coach Enzo Maresca said in a press con...

Impact Fofana has been dealing with several injuries in recent seasons and is now being managed carefully by the medical staff to help him regain full fitness and avoid any setbacks. The center-back is highly rated by coach Enzo Maresca, and the staff want him to return in a similar way to Reece James, who can now play full games without suffering any issues. Until the Frenchman returns to full fitness, Josh Acheampong is expected to see increased playing time in the backline.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Not available Saturday Fofana (concussion) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Fofana has made progress in his recovery from a concussion suffered during the Carabao Cup match against Lincoln but won't be available for Saturday's clash with Forest. The Frenchman still needs time before rejoining full training and pushing for a return to action. His absence continues to limit options in defense with Benoit Badiashile (strain) already out until December.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Forest Fofana (concussion) is back available for Saturday's clash against Nottingham Forest, coach Enzo Maresca said in the press conference, according to Football London.

Impact Fofana has cleared his concussion suffered in the Carabao Cup clash with Lincoln and is back available for Saturday's clash against Forest. The frenchman could return directly to the starting XI with Benoit Badiashile (strain) missing until December.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted training during break Fofana (concussion) was spotted training with the squad during the international break, the club posted.

Impact Fofana suffered a concussion in the Carabao Cup clash with Lincoln but appears to have cleared the protocols as he has been seen training fully with the squad during the international break. This is good news for the Blues since he seems on track to recover in time and be fit for the next game against Nottingham Forest on Oct. 18. That said, his return shouldn't impact the starting XI since he will likely remain in a rotational role moving forward.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea's injury crisis deepens: Reece James forced to withdraw from England squad & join long list of Blues absentees as Man City starlet earns first senior call-up

Chelsea's defensive injury crisis continues to deepen, with Reece James being forced to withdraw from the latest England squad. The Blues ca...

OCTOBER 6 • goal

Fofana says he wants to repay Chelsea teammate for what he did during his injury spell Wesley Fofana highlighted that Levi Colwill was among the Chelsea teammates who made him feel welcome during his long injury spell, and how...

SEPTEMBER 27 • SI.COM

Suffers concussion Fofana (concussion) suffered a concussion during a Carabao Cup clash with Lincoln, per manager Enzo Maresca."We have Tosin injured and will probably be out until international brea...

Impact Fofana is another center-back injury to add to the pile for an already stretched Chelsea side. He's entering concussion protocols ahead of Saturday's clash and could return as soon as a Tuesday match with Benfica in the Champions League. Even when fit he's likely to be a rotational option at right-back or center-back.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for bench Fofana (hamstring) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Crystal Palace.

Impact Fofana has made his way back to the team sheet for the club's opener after dealing with a hamstring issue throughout preseason, with the defender earning a spot on the bench. This is good news after he was a late call, adding depth to the flanks of their defense. He will likely continue in a rotational role, filling in for Recce James and Marc Cucerella when in need of rest or injured.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Late call against Palace Fofana (hamstring) could be available for the season opener against Crystal Palace on Sunday, coach Enzo Maresca said in the press conference, according to Football London. "He cou...

Impact Fofana has been back in team training since last week and is progressing well towards his return, as he will be a late call for Sunday's opener against Palace. This is good news for the Blues given the situation with injuries in their backline. Having Fofana fit again will offer a good option in defense for coach Enzo Maresca if the Frenchman manages to keep himself healthy.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Hopes to be back for opening game Fofana (hamstring) hopes to be back for the opening game of the 2025/26 season against Crystal Palace, coach Enzo Maresca told the media, according to Peter Rutzler of TimeSport.

Impact Fofana resumed team training on Monday and is progressing well as he hopes to be available for the opening game of the season against Crystal Palace in 10 days. This is good news for the Frenchman since he was a key player in the Blues' backline prior to his injury and will aim to fight for a starting spot once fully fit. That could happen earlier than expected since Levi Colwill picked up an injury in the first training session following the holidays.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted training Monday Fofana (hamstring) has been spotted training on Monday, the club posted.

Impact Fofana suffered a season-ending hamstring injury that required surgery. This injury is from the past since he was spotted back in training with the ball on Monday. The Frenchman began last season as an undisputed starter and was in the lineup for all 14 of his Premier League appearances, suggesting he could compete for that starting spot once fully back in the match squad if he remains with the Blues over the summer.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea open exit door for Wesley Fofana! Blues considering offloading defender amid strong interest from Roberto De Zerbi's Marseille | Goal.com US Chelsea are open to letting Wesley Fofana leave in the summer amid strong interest from Ligue 1 giants Marseille.

APRIL 28 • GOAL.COM

Undergoes surgery Fofana has undergone successful hamstring surgery and is likely out for the rest of the season, according to his club.

Impact Fofana has gone under the knife after dealing with some hamstring issues, with testing the injury was serious enough for surgery. This will likely end his season, a tough season to say the least, only playing 14 times due to another injury. He does see starting time when fit, with Levi Colwill, Trevoh Chalobah, Benoit Badiashile and Tosin Adarabioyo likely to make up the center of the defense now that Fofana is sidelined.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Fofana (undisclosed) is out for Sunday's trip to Brentford, according to manager Enzo Maresca.'Wes had a muscle problem a few days and we are waiting for more checks,'

Impact Fofana is still sidelined for Sunday's trip to Brentford as he gets a muscle issue examined. The defender's next chance to return will be an April 13 clash with Ipswich Town. Trevoh Chalobah should see more minutes with Fofana out.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing vs. Spurs Fofana is not in the squad for Thursday's game against Tottenham due to an undisclosed injury, Bobby Vincent of Football.London reports.

Impact The extent of the injury is unclear, but the French center-back will be assessed in the coming days to determine whether he'll have to spend time on the sidelines again. This means Trevoh Chalobah could be in line to see more minutes in the short-term picture, and the former Crystal Palace loanee is in the starting lineup for Thursday's game, playing at center-back alongside Levi Colwill.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

French soccer federation and Mbappé send support to Fofana after online racist abuse

The French soccer federation has condemned the racist abuse directed at Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana after the Premier League team’s loss at Arsenal

MARCH 19 • Associated Press

Chelsea 'appalled and disgusted' by online racist abuse toward Fofana

Chelsea has expressed its disgust after Wesley Fofana was targeted by racially abusive messages on social media after the 1-0 loss to Arsenal in the Premier League

MARCH 17 • Associated Press

Returns to pitch Fofana registered one shot (zero on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Leicester City.

Impact Fofana made his return to the pitch after missing the last three months with a hamstring injury. He was fit enough to return to the starting XI at right back, lasting 73 minutes while making two clearances and an interception.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Not in squad but available Fofana (hamstring) isn't in the squad for Thursday's clash for Copenhagen, but is fit, according to manager Enzo Maresca. "Wes is not in the squad but is back and Romeo started to...

Impact Fofana is back available, even if he wasn't deemed fit enough for the squad. This is about as expected as he was on the bench against Southampton, but has yet to play in any competition. Fofana was getting consistent starts before the injury to his hamstring in December.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench Fofana (hamstring) is on the bench for Tuesday's clash with Southampton.

Impact Fofana returned to the bench for Tuesday's clash after a little over a week on the sideline. The defender was originally expected to miss two or three weeks, and instead came back closer to 10 days. It's not clear if he's actually ready for match action Tuesday.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Few weeks before return Fofana (hamstring) requires two to three more weeks to be fully back with the team, coach Enzo Maresca said in the press conference. "Wesley needs two or three weeks to be 100% fit...

Impact Fofana has been sidelined with a hamstring injury since Dec. 1 but is nearing a return to the team, likely in two to three weeks. Before the injury, the Frenchman was an undisputed starter and should compete for that starting role once fully fit.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 4 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM