Chelsea will be without goalkeeper Emi Martinez for several weeks after the Argentina international underwent surgery on a fractured jaw. Manager Xabi Alonso confirmed the major injury blow ahead of his side's highly anticipated Premier League clash against Tottenham Hotspur this weekend.
Xabi Alonso urged his Chelsea players to blend intense passion with composure as he prepares for his first London derby against Tottenham. The Spanish boss dismissed historical records, insisting his squad must play with intelligence and heart at Stamford Bridge.
Tottenham Hotspur head coach Roberto De Zerbi declared that Spurs' abysmal historical record at Stamford Bridge serves as extra motivation rather than a burden. The Italian manager insisted his squad possesses enough quality to secure a victory against Chelsea.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso confirmed young goalkeeper Mike Penders is ready for his full Premier League debut against Tottenham Hotspur. Alonso revealed he spoke with Thibaut Courtois about Penders, highlighting the striking similarities between the Belgian international and the teenage stopper.
Chelsea forward Joao Pedro has opened up on his remarkable transformation at Stamford Bridge, detailing how Xabi Alonso has helped him reach new heights in the Premier League. The Brazilian attacker also shed light on the initial conversation he had with Cole Palmer to ensure there was no friction within the Blues' ranks.
Lamine Camara is the “best player in France”, Gilles Grimandi has told GOAL, with the Monaco midfielder being tipped to star in the Premier League at some point in the not too distant future. A big-money transfer was expected to have been completed by now, with the likes of Liverpool and Chelsea keeping a close eye on the 22-year-old Senegal international.
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