The 31-year-old is stranded in Chelsea's so-called 'bomb squad' as the club look for options to let go their now-unwanted highest earning player.

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Chelsea may have to rely on "contingency plans" after being beaten to the loan signing of midfielder Douglas Luiz by Aston Villa, according to reports.

Caicedo has missed five games through suspension this season but explained "sometimes, that's the risk I need to take".

There’s some good news for fans of Aston Villa, with a fresh enquiry having been made about midfielder Douglas Luiz - who is said to be keen on a return to Villa Park.

Chelsea urged travelling fans attending Wednesday's Champions League fixture in Naples to remain cautious after two supporters required hospital treatment.

Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior has again played down suggestions that star player Cole Palmer could leave the club amid speculation of a move to Manchester United. Palmer was a boyhood fan of the Red Devils despite coming through the academy at rivals Manchester City and is now being linked with a switch to Old Trafford.