Chelsea careful with Joe Cole rehab

Chelsea are leaving nothing to chance over Joe Cole's rehab.

The Sun says Cole is set to be left behind by Carlo Ancelotti as he continues rehab work following knee surgery.

Chelsea medics believe the long flights - and four matches crammed into 10 days - would not suit the England star's recovery.

He is back in pre-season training and a firm decision will be made in the next few days.