Xabi Alonso has spoken to the press ahead of Chelsea's clash against Sunderland.
Xabi Alonso
Xabi Alonso speaks during a press conference(Image: Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC)
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Xabi Alonso has provided an injury update ahead of Chelsea's clash against Sunderland. The Blues could be without some big names when they face Regis Le Bris' side at the Stadium of Light on Sunday afternoon, as they look to hold onto a place in the top four of the Premier League.
Speaking to reporters at Cobham Training Ground on Friday afternoon, Alonso began by confirming that Emi Martinez will undergo a late fitness test to determine his availability.
The Chelsea goalkeeper, who returned to training earlier this week, underwent surgery on a fractured jaw last month following a collision with Jarrad Branthwaite in the 2-0 win over Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
The Blues manager said: "Tomorrow, we have the last training session before Sunday. He's training well. Tomorrow, we will check, and Sunday we will make the final decision."
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On where Martinez got his mask from, Alonso joked: "I guess it's from a specialist. Not a Halloween shop!"
When asked about Moises Caicedo, who came off towards the end of the 2-0 win over Manchester United at Stamford Bridge last weekend, Alonso revealed that he's been nursing a 'little problem'.
The Spaniard then added: "It's a discomfort rather than a calf [injury]."
On Jorrel Hato, Alonso said: "He is not fit yet. It will take some more weeks."
Alonso also claimed that Aaron Anselmino has been training for over a week.
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