Reece James has said the racism issue around Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez might be a "problem" in the dressing room.
Mauricio Pochettino admitted Reece James' late red card was "painful" after Chelsea moved closer to European qualification with a 2-1 win at Brighton.
Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino insists Reece James will not be rushed back onto the field before fully recovered from his hamstring injury.
Chelsea welcome Crystal Palace to Stamford Bridge in a festive Premier League fixture on Wednesday evening (19:30 GMT).
Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has urged players and coaches to ignore online abuse, after Reece James revealed he had been targeted.
Chelsea captain Reece James has undergone surgery and hit out against negative comments regarding his latest setback.
Chelsea will meet Newcastle in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday, just weeks after they were beaten 4-1 at St James’ Park in the Premier League
Mauricio Pochettino insists he is "not crazy" for believing in Chelsea's chances of success despite a growing injury crisis ahead of Saturday's meeting with Sheffield United.
Chelsea will hope to make the most of hosting strugglers Sheffield United at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League this weekend.
Chelsea have confirmed skipper Reece James sustained a hamstring injury in Sunday's 2-0 defeat at Everton.
