Thomas Tuchel is expected to call upon Romelu Lukaku at Brentford despite his injury scare with Belgium. Chelsea's record signing was sent home by the Red Devils five days ago following their Nations League semi-final defeat to France in Italy due to muscle fatigue.
Lukaku, therefore, looked a doubt for the west London derby against the Bees but now he looks ready to hand his manager an unexpected boost.
That's because the striker has been training in the past few days, meaning he should be ready to start the match.
Chelsea's official website have confirmed that they are expected Lukaku to feature, meaning the decision to send him back to his club was more than likely just a precaution.
Belgium boss Roberto Martinez said: "Obviously there is an excellent understanding between the two sets of medical staff and we want to do the best for the player.
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Meanwhile, James hobbled off in the bitterly disappointing defeat and the injury has not long healed.
The defender is also expected to slot straight back in at right-wing-back after also missing international duty with England.
Chelsea have also confirmed that Thiago Silva will be absent after he featured in Brazil's 4-1 win over Uruguay in the early hours of the morning.
The Blues joined forces with a number of their Premier League rivals to fly back nine internationals from South America.
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Reece James and N'Golo Kante are also expected to return for ChelseaC at Brentford (Image: GETTY)
Tuchel has made the decision to let Silva rest up as Chelsea prepare to take on Malmo in Champions League action in midweek.
Antonio Rudiger has also been nursing a minor fitness concern after missing Germany's World Cup qualifier against Macedonia with a back problem.
The Chelsea boss is expected to provide some clarity on the situation when he addresses the media later today.