This weekend’s match against Everton might be Christopher Nkunku’s Chelsea debut.

Pictures taken on the practice field can often hint at a manager’s starting lineup in today’s fast-paced, social media-driven game. It is highly unusual for a footballer to share a photo of themselves before a game unless they are on the roster for that particular game.

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Even though Chelsea’s recent spending habits make £52 million seem like a pittance, many fans see Nkunku as the club’s flagship signing. The 26-year-old was a highly sought-after player in Europe last year because to his versatility, which allowed him to play as a No. 10 or out wide.

He may have the magic bullet to save Chelsea’s disappointing season thus far, having scored an astounding 57 goals in his last two campaigns. With another difficult Premier League away game on the horizon at Goodison Park, Mauricio Pochettino’s side will be hoping for.Even if they lost Wednesday against Manchester United, the Argentine said that Nkunku will see action “soon” before the game. Photos from the forward’s training session with Chelsea have gone viral, giving the impression that he is about to make his long-awaited debut.

When word got out that Nkunku would be making a comeback, fans wasted no time expressing their excitement. A commenter implied that “the hopes of an entire club” depended on his speedy return.

While sharing a photo of Nkunku practicing, someone else said, “We will get there.” Chelsea fans will be waiting with bated breath to see if Pochettino includes him in tomorrow’s roster.