Chelsea boss Guus Hiddink is sweating on Didier Drogba's fitness ahead of their Champions League quarterfinal against Liverpool.

The Blues hitman missed the 2-0 win at Newcastle because of an ankle problem and remains a doubt for the quarter-final first leg showdown at Anfield.

Drogba, 31, stubbed a toe during shooting practice and the jarring effect damaged his ankle.

He is facing a race against time to be fit and boss Hiddink said: "Drogba got injured in practice and his ankle gave a reaction on Friday.

"Let's see if he can practise on Monday and how he goes when he is with the medical staff."