Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has provided an encouraging update on Joao Pedro’s fitness ahead of Friday’s fixture, although the Brazilian forward’s availability has not yet been confirmed.
Speaking about the squad’s injury situation, Alonso explained that the team still has one final training session before the match and that no player has been completely ruled out at this stage.
«“In terms of injuries and the squad, we are having the last training session tomorrow so no one is ruled out for us for Friday. I prefer to be cautious. We will take the final decision on every player.”»
The comments will come as a boost to Chelsea supporters, particularly those waiting for clarity over Joao Pedro’s situation.
The forward has become an important part of Alonso’s plans, making his fitness a key talking point heading into the weekend. While there had been concerns that an injury could keep him out of Friday’s game, Alonso’s latest comments suggest the club are willing to wait until the final training session before making a decision.
Rather than taking unnecessary risks, the Chelsea boss appears determined to assess each player individually before naming his squad.
This approach could mean Joao Pedro has a chance of being involved, provided he comes through the final training session without any problems. However, Alonso has stopped short of guaranteeing his availability.
Chelsea will therefore have to wait until the final fitness checks before knowing whether the Brazilian will be available for selection.
With the fixture approaching, the final training session could prove crucial. If Joao Pedro is able to participate fully, his chances of making the squad could increase significantly.
For now, Chelsea fans will have to wait for Alonso’s final decision, with the manager making it clear that no player has been ruled out yet.
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