Premier League clubs provide key injury updates for upcoming fixtures

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso provided updates on several player fitness concerns ahead of the upcoming match against Brentford. Jordan Henderson is in the final stages of recovering from wrist surgery and may be available for the substitutes' bench. Moises Caicedo is also being monitored for a calf injury, though Alonso indicated caution regarding his immediate return.

Additionally, Emmanuel Emegha and Marco Palestra are being assessed for potential availability for the Brentford fixture, with Palestra's return potentially delayed until after the international break.

At Manchester City, manager Enzo Maresca confirmed that Nico O’Reilly is 100% available for the Manchester derby against Manchester United following a recent back issue. However, the club faces setbacks with Jeremy Doku, who remains sidelined with a calf injury sustained during the Community Shield.