Timber, Bruno G, Palmer: Latest Updates on FPL Team News
As Premier League teams prepare for their upcoming UEFA Champions League matches, several managers provided key updates on player availability. Here are the latest developments regarding injuries and suspensions affecting notable players across the league.
Arsenal Updates
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta announced that Jurrien Timber and William Saliba would be unavailable for the match against Kairat Almaty due to minor injuries. Arteta indicated that the team would focus on their recovery.
- Max Dowman (ankle) joins Timber and Saliba on the sidelines.
- Mikel Merino is also absent but no reason has been provided for his lack of participation.
- Riccardo Calafiori (muscle) is expected to feature after returning to training.
Chelsea News
Chelsea’s Cole Palmer has traveled to Italy for a critical Champions League encounter against Napoli after missing the last two games due to a muscle injury. Manager Liam Rosenior confirmed Palmer’s happiness and readiness to return to action.
- Goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen also joins the squad following an absence from the last match.
- Other players ruled out include Dario Essugo (unknown), Tosin Adarabioyo (hamstring), and Mykhailo Mudryk (suspended).
- Romeo Lavia (quad) is nearing a return, and Rosenior expressed optimism about his recovery.
Manchester City Updates
Manchester City continues to face challenges with several players sidelined. John Stones, Josko Gvardiol, Oscar Bobb, Ruben Dias, Mateo Kovacic, and Savinho are all injured and will miss upcoming games.
Nico Gonzalez’s status remains uncertain ahead of the match against Galatasaray. Pep Guardiola indicated that a final assessment would occur at the last training session.
Liverpool Injury News
Liverpool will be without Joe Gomez due to a knee injury sustained in the match against Bournemouth. Ibrahima Konate is also unavailable for personal reasons.
- Injuries affect Alexander Isak, Conor Bradley, Giovanni Leoni, Stefan Bajcetic, and Jayden Danns.
- Federico Chiesa has returned to training following his absence.
Newcastle United Updates
Newcastle’s Bruno Guimaraes is expected to return from an ankle injury for their clash against Paris Saint-Germain, while Jacob Murphy is also back in training. Joelinton, along with other teammates, remains out due to various injuries.
- Joe Willock is likely to miss several games due to a scan indicating a potential injury.
Tottenham Hotspur News
Tottenham is facing injury setbacks, with Pedro Porro, Lucas Bergvall, Ben Davies, and Richarlison among those ruled out ahead of their match against Eintracht Frankfurt.
Micky van de Ven may return soon, while Thomas Frank confirmed that Randal Kolo Muani and Wilson Odobert are available after a minor traffic incident.
This week’s updates highlight the resilience of Premier League clubs as they face upcoming Champions League challenges while managing player fitness and recovery.
