Pochettino speaks on playing Caicedo and Lavia vs West Ham

Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has revealed he would include the club’s two latest signings, Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia, in his squad when they play against West Ham United on Sunday in their second Premier League match.

The Blues manager, however, added that this would only happen if the duo are ready by Saturday.

Recall that Chelsea signed Caicedo and Lavia from Brighton and Southampton, respectively after beating Liverpool in the race for the two players.

Speaking at his pre-match press conference, Pochettino, when asked if he would include both Caicedo and Lavia in Chelsea’s squad against West Ham, said: “We have one more day to assess them, but it has been a very stressful week for Moises and Romeo.

“It is easy to say they will be involved Sunday in the game, but I think the most important thing is to avoid risks and not rush with them.

“If they are ready by tomorrow, they will be involved. If not, we are going to wait a few more days to be fully involved in the squad.”