Xabi Alonso sweats on Moises Caicedo fitness ahead of Arsenal derby after midfielder's latest setback
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso is uncertain about the availability of midfielder Moises Caicedo for the upcoming London derby against Arsenal. Caicedo suffered a recurring injury setback shortly after returning to the pitch.
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The fitness of key players significantly impacts the competitive balance of high-stakes Premier League matches.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso faces an anxious wait over the fitness of vice-captain Moises Caicedo ahead of Sunday's crucial London derby against Arsenal. The Ecuador international is a major doubt for the trip to the Emirates Stadium after suffering his second injury setback in the space of just two weeks.
The Blues are set to make a late decision on Caicedo this Saturday, just twenty-four hours before they kick off against the reigning Premier League champions. The 24-year-old midfielder has endured a frustrating start to the new campaign, having already missed the opening victory against Fulham and the midweek Carabao Cup triumph over Luton Town.
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