Leicester City boss Claude Puel is hopeful that he will have Jamie Vardy available for the clash against Chelsea.

Vardy was not put into the game against Manchester City in the Carabao Cup, which Leicester lost on penalties.

But Puel believes more training in the week should see Vardy ready for the weekend's Premier League contest.

"I hope we can have Jamie on Saturday. There wasn't enough time for him to play today," Puel said after the game.

"He trained one full session and then played against Palace in the Premier League for 90 minutes. It was important to keep him fresh.

"We have to be careful to avoid another injury. It is the second time with the same groin. I hope he can play against Chelsea on Saturday."

Vardy has five goals this season.