Christensen was a surprise omission from Thomas Tuchel's squad, forcing the manager into a rethink before the penalty shootout loss at Wembley.

BBC Sport understands the Denmark international, 26, was due to play.

He is expected to leave Chelsea this summer, having agreed a deal with Barcelona.

Christensen has made 32 appearances in all competitions for the Blues this season, scoring twice.

He joined Chelsea from Danish side Brondby as a 16-year-old in 2012.

Chelsea are currently unable to offer new deals to players because of sanctions placed on owner Roman Abramovich following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

A group led by LA Dodgers co-owner Todd Boehly has now agreed a deal worth £4.25bn to buy the club.

Christensen's team-mate Antonio Rudiger is also set to leave for Spain this summer, having agreed a deal with Real Madrid.