Any injury can be hard on a player, but for Ziyech it is a bit more frustrating, largely due to the work he put in to adapt to the new system introduced by Thomas Tuchel.
Tuchel has stated that there is an overall improvement in the way the players are training and performing on the pitch.
The pulsating clash will be a repeat of last season’s semifinal when Thomas Tuchel’s side outsmarted Real Madrid 3-1 on aggregate to reach the final.
The Blues came from behind to register a 2-1 victory over Lille and booked their place in the last eight stage with a comprehensive 4-1 aggregate win.
Chelsea will be aiming to move one step closer to defending their Champions League crown, when they take on Lille in the last-16 second leg fixture
Thomas Tuchel has assured the fans that he will stay with the club till the end of the season amidst the off-field noise about the club’s sale.
Chelsea defeated Norwich City 3-1 in the Premier League fixture at Carrow Road on Thursday.
The USA international seems to have found his form after producing a goal and an assist during the 4-0 victory at Burnley on Saturday.
In the Premier League, Chelsea next travel to Norwich City. Ahead of that match, Silva has opened up about his longevity in the game.
James was also impressive in the weekend win over Burnley at Turf Moor where he registered a goal and an assist in a convincing 4-0 win.