Chelsea travel to face Liverpool as Premier League football returns following the international break, and the Blues have been handed a key fitness boost. Enzo Maresca’s side have been unbeaten in the league on the road so far,

Having said that, despite the 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest before the international break, spirits have been high at Chelsea's Cobham training base this week as James was able to resume team training as he continues his return to full fitness after being sidelined through injury since the club's pre-season tour of the USA

Here, Sports Mole rounds up Chelsea's injury and suspension news ahead of their clash with Liverpool, who are top of the table, having picked up 18 points from their opening seven games. Status: Out Type of injury: Hamstring Possible return date: October 27 (vs. Newcastle United)

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When Chelsea return to action against Liverpool, it will be 562 days since James last managed to play a full 90 minutes in the league

Chelsea have received a huge boost after captain Reece James returned to full training. James is yet to play a competitive match under new boss Enzo Maresca after injuring his hamstring in August during pre-season.

Chelsea captain Reece James has made his return to first-team training as he steps up his recovery from injury, offering a huge boost to Blues boss Enzo Maresca

Chelsea remain unbeaten in the Premier League since losing to Manchester City on the opening weekend of the new season

Chelsea have continued their preparation for their preparation for the game against Liverpool at Cobham. Chelsea captain Reece James has stepped up his recovery and continues to train with the full squad ahead of their game against Liverpool at Anfield this weekend.