Chelsea Midfielder Out For The Season Due To Hamstring Injury

By Chimezie Nebolisa

According to Chelsea, midfielder Romeo Lavia will be out forrest of the season after suffering a setback in his recovery from a hamstring injury.

The Belgium international was injured during his Chelsea debut, a 2-1 win over Crystal Palace in late December.

The 20-year-old former Manchester City and Southampton player joined Chelsea in August on a seven-year contract in a deal worth a reported £55 million.

Chelsea, 11th in the Premier League table, host Burnley on Saturday.