Blues captain Terry has missed the last three games with a nerve
problem in his leg, while Lampard has been a long-term absentee
with a groin injury.
However, boss Ancelotti claims both are expected to resume
training this week, and Terry in particular could be available for
next weekend's clash with Everton.
Ancelotti said: "Next week will be an important week for Terry
and Lampard. They will start to train with the team.
"We have a week to control their condition and I hope both,
maybe more John Terry than Lampard, will be able to play against
Everton.
"They are very important players, not just technically, but
because they have personality and character, and at the moment, we
need to have that kind of player at our disposal."
The news will come as a boost to the Blues, who had Salomon
Kalou to thank for salvaging a point in the 1-1 draw with Newcastle
at St James' Park.
That result extended their league run to just one win in five
attempts, a return which leaves them in second place.
But Ancelotti remains hopeful his side will bounce back from
their latest slump. He added: "It is important.
"At the moment, it is not so easy and it is an opportunity to
show our character and our personality and it will be a good
motivation to do better.
"We created a lot of chances but needed to convert more to win
this game.
"The reason for this result is the same — at the moment we are
unable to convert our chances."
Meanwhile, Brazilian defender Alex is expected to return to his
homeland for knee surgery this week after delaying the operation in
Terry's absence.
Ancelotti added: "He will have the operation this week. He will
go to Brazil for the surgery, maybe tomorrow."
hmm, terry has recovered from 'wayne bridge's nerve' problem,
good...