Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says he could use Ruben Loftus-Cheek from off the bench today against Tottenham.

The 24-year-old has not played this season after suffering an Achilles injury last May but has stepped up his rehabilitation in recent weeks, training with the group and featuring in a behind-closed-doors friendly at Cobham.

"He still needs match fitness," he explained. "By putting him in the squad, we're hoping he can be an impact if he has to come on because I can already see his abilities out there and what he can bring. I knew them already but to see them first-hand in training has been nice.

"Can he sustain that over 90 minutes at the moment? No, so we'll have to work towards that but if he's on the bench then he'll have to be ready. If something happens in minute one, you'd maybe consider not doing it but if there is a chance for an impact then we know the quality he can bring."