13 stars could to miss Chelsea vs Man Utd after Xabi Alonso confirms injury blow

Up to 13 players could miss the upcoming match between Chelsea and Manchester United due to mounting injury problems for both squads. Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso confirmed that defender Maxence Lacroix will be sidelined for several weeks with a hamstring issue sustained against Liverpool. Alonso indicated that Jorrel Hato is out, while Reece James, Joao Pedro, Jamie Gittens, and Malo Gusto may also be unavailable, though Cole Palmer returns from suspension.

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick revealed that striker Benjamin Sesko faces an extended spell on the sidelines with an injury. United could miss six players overall, with Marcus Rashford, Luke Shaw, Patrick Dorgu, and Manuel Ugarte anticipated to sit out, although Kobbie Mainoo could return to action.