Antonio Rudiger hands Frank Lampard major fitness boost

Antonio Rudiger has declared himself fit to make his Chelsea return. The defender played 90 minutes for the Club’s Under-23s in a 3-0 win over Liverpool and will now be monitored for any adverse reaction to the knee injury that has kept him out since April. Rudiger is ready to push for a place in Saturday’s Premier League match at Norwich. It is good news for Frank Lampard, who is still seeking his first win since taking over at Stamford Bridge. The surprise sale of David Luiz to Arsenal and the release of former England star Gary Cahill has depleted the Blues’ defensive ranks. Meanwhile, Italian fullback Davide Zappacosta joins Roma on loan for the season.

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