Mauricio Pochettino has confirmed that the £30m Chelsea player is almost back from injury and could return next week..

Mauricio Pochettino has confirmed that a Chelsea player will return from injury in the coming days.He stated in the pre-match press conference that although Malo Gusto is not fit for tomorrow night’s FA Cup against Aston Villa, he could be in the squad for the next game afterwards.Gusto’s recent injury means the Blues right-back is currently out, following successful surgery on Reece James earlier this month.FBL-FIN-LCUP-CHELSEA-MIDDLESBROUGHPhoto: ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty ImagesPochettino turned to Axel Disas to play there in the most important game of the season against Middlesbrough earlier this week.The Frenchman’s brilliant performance was also marked by a goal as he enjoyed one of his best performances in the 6-1 win.A natural attacking option out wide would be better though as the big games are starting to come thick and fast for the Blues.Gusto close to return from injuryPochettino has now suggested that Gusto and Christopher Nkunku could be fit to play Liverpool in the EFL Cup final next week.MORE CHELSEA STORYHe said: “No, they [Nkunku and Gusto] could be available for Liverpool on Wednesday. We’ll have to see how they develop over the next few days. But they won’t be available tomorrow.”Recent screens for the £30m has been really impressive since his summer signing, but it looked like he may have played too many minutes after returning from injury.James is unlikely to be anywhere near the EFL Cup final in a month’s time, so Gusto’s fitness will be crucial for a team looking to win their first trophy under new ownership..