Aubameyang set to miss Chelsea debut against West Ham as he continues recovery from broken jaw

Chelsea new signing, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is set to miss his debut home game this weekend. 

The 33-year-old striker completed his move back to Premier League after spending just seven months in the Spanish League with Barcelona. 

Chelsea signed Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang on transfer deadline day for fee in region of 12m pounds. 

However, the striker will not be available for selection when Chelsea host West Ham this weekend. 

Reportminds Blog understands that Aubameyang awaits protective gear for his jaw that was injured during a robbery at his home in Barcelona.

"We need to get him a mask to protect his jaw and then we can start from next week," manager Thomas Tuchel said at a press conference ahead of Saturday’s game. 

Aubameyang is expected to be available for their match against Fulham on September 10. 

Thomas Tuchel whose side have lacked cutting edge this season believes the former Arsenal striker could help solve their goal scoring problems. 

 "Hopefully he can be that good again, we know what we get...he delivers goals and speed and work rate against the ball so it's a big package he can bring to our group, " the German boss added.