Chelsea supervisor Xabi Alonso spoke concerning the harm of his participant Moises Caicedo throughout the 4-3 win over Brighton on Sunday, within the second spherical of the Premier League.
The Ecuadorian midfielder got here on within the second half. A short time later, a knock pressured him off.
The Tribuna website printed Alonso’s feedback after the match, by which the Spanish coach mentioned: “We hope it isn’t a brand new harm, and that it isn’t extra critical than the earlier time.”
He added: “He was cautious and determined to cease, and his feeling was not the very best, however we now have to evaluate his situation.”
“It was no more than the earlier time,” he continued. “He was cautious. His feeling was not the very best. It was not one thing new.”
New arrival Emiliano Martinez, in the meantime, left Xabi Alonso largely impressed.
The coach spoke concerning the Argentine goalkeeper’s debut with Chelsea, saying: “I’m joyful along with his first affect. He has this charisma and aura that assist him join with the remainder of the group.”
He famous: “I spoke to him yesterday, we mentioned the match, and he felt prepared. I don’t want to inform him many issues for him to place in efficiency. He needed to maintain a clear sheet, however I used to be joyful along with his first affect.”
On Pedro Neto, Alonso wouldn’t affirm whether or not the winger would nonetheless be a Chelsea participant as soon as the 2026 summer season switch window shuts.
“In soccer, I don’t assure something,” the Spanish coach mentioned. “I used to be proud of Pedro’s brilliance. He performed with lots of vitality. And he can be essential this season.”
Latest studies have linked Neto with a transfer to each Manchester Metropolis and Al-Hilal, with the Saudi membership notably eager to signal him.
