Premier League news: Spurs’ nine injuries ‘normal’, says De Zerbi; ‘Emotional control’ keeps Blues red-free

Premier League managers are addressing key squad issues ahead of the weekend, with Chelsea manager Alonso praising his squad's on-pitch emotional control while confirming Mike Penders will start in goal following Emiliano Martínez's fractured jaw. Elsewhere, Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola urged patience regarding 18-year-old winger Rio Ngumoha, warning against placing impossible expectations on the teenager.

Leeds United manager Daniel Farke is facing injury doubts over Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Anton Stach, and Noah Okafor ahead of their match at Sunderland. Off the pitch, an Independent Football Regulator proposal revealed England's wealthiest clubs could face up to £1.8m in funding levies for the 2027-28 season.