Chelsea caretaker boss Frank Lampard has received a boost this week on the injury front.

The club legend will be able to call on star defender Thiago Silva against Real Madrid on Wednesday.

The 38-year-old has been one of their best players this season when fit.

However, Silva has not played since a knee injury sustained against Tottenham in February.

Per The Sun, Silva could even return to the starting line up against Madrid this week.

However, a place on the bench appears more likely as he eases his way back to full fitness.