CHELSEA manager Antonio Conte is expecting to have star man Eden Hazard back to face Crystal Palace.
The Belgian star missed the midweek win over Sunderland because of a minor knee injury.
But Conte assured Chelsea fans that the 25-year-old is only likely to miss that one game because of a precaution.
When asked if the injury was anything to be concerned about, Conte said: “I don’t think so.
“For this game he couldn’t play.”
Chelsea were able to squeeze out a narrow win in their star man’s absence, Cesc Fabregas scoring just before half-time to break down a stubborn Sunderland.
The Blues, who went six points clear at the top of the Premier League after the 1-0 win, will be hoping to go nine points clear of their rivals before anyone else plays.
John Terry returned to the bench against Sunderland, while Oscar – who is leaving for China in January – is also fit again.
For Crystal Palace, Alan Pardew remains without several key stars.
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