Liam Rosenior confirms team news ahead of Napoli

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Blues boss Liam Rosenior has confirmed that Cole Palmer is in contention to feature in tomorrows champions league clash at Napoli and also outlined the plan for Romeo Lavia after the midfielders return to training


The Blues final group league phase game takes place in Naples at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona stadium tomorrow evening against Napoli, with the Blues looking to secure a victory which would ensure direct progression into the round of 16.

Blues talisman Palmer was an absentee from the victories over Pafos and Crystal Palace as he suffered a thigh issue however has travelled to Naples with Rosenior outlining this in his pre match press conference that the England international could be set to feature against the Serie A side. 

Another player included in the Blues travelling party is goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen an absentee from the Blues 3-1 win at Crystal Palace on Sunday. 

Midfielder Romeo Lavia also hasn't made the trip to Naples however, was involved in the mornings training session at Cobham. The Belgian has bee side-lined with injury since the Blues 2-2 draw against Qarabag in early November and will be monitored carefully as he begins his journey towards full fitness.

Rosenior explained stating that " obviously, his recent history has not been what he's wanted in terms of minutes on the pitch and his health."

"Romeo is an outstanding player with the potential and the talent to become a world class midfield p layer when he's back and fit. So we are being really careful with him."

"He has a few hurdles to clear in order to be able to train fully, but it's great to see him back with the players today. I know his qualities and I know what he can do to if we can keep him fit.I'm very excited to work with him."
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