Chelsea striker Christopher Nkunku sees the Carabao Cup quarterfinal as his debut.

Nkunku is in the final stretch of his recovery from a preseason knee injury, which has seen him still waiting to make his competitive debut for the Blues.

Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has hinted Nkunku could be seen later this month.

And after their Carabao Cup win against Blackburn Rovers, the striker posted a snap of his teammates celebrating with the caption, "Next round @Chelseafc", including a 'green tick' emoji and a 'clapping' emoji.

Chelsea have drawn Newcastle in the final eight.