Champions League - Chelsea trio back in training

Eurosport - Thu, 15 May 09:10:00 2008

Chelsea's Champions League final bid has received a boost from the return of John Terry, Didier Drogba and Ricardo Carvalho to training.

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The Blues skipper sported a light bandage on his left elbow, which he dislocated in Sunday's game against Bolton, and did not appear to suffer any discomfort in a light session the club's Cobham complex.

Chelsea did not train on Monday or Tuesday, meaning Terry's injury did not cause him to miss a single training session.

The England international appeared certain to miss the final against Manchester United next Wednesday when he was stretchered off in agony.

However, he was back on the pitch little more than an hour later to lead a lap of honour for the Premier League runners-up.

Terry's central defensive partner Carvalho also trained after overcoming a back complaint that has sidelined him for 10 days.

Meanwhile Drogba took part in group work despite a knee injury, also picked up against Bolton. The trio are set to be fit in time for the match in Moscow.

"They trained today so I don't think there is any problem," said manager Avram Grant.

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