Chelsea are sweating on the fitness of Michael Ballack after the Germany midfielder was forced to return home from the club's tour to the United States.
The 32-year-old suffered a toe injury in training and is now doubtful for Chelsea's Community Shield clash with Manchester United on August 15.
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"Ballack on Monday took a knock on the toe," new Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti said.
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