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Xabi Alonso gives update on injured star’s potential return to Chelsea first team on Sunday

Xabi Alonso has not given much away about Emi Martinez – it looks like we will be waiting until Sunday to find out more. If…

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 1:59 PM
Xabi Alonso gives update on injured star’s potential return to Chelsea first team on Sunday
Key Things to Know
  • Xabi Alonso stated a final decision on Emi Martinez playing against Sunderland will be made on Sunday.
  • Martinez returned to training this week after missing several weeks with a broken jaw suffered against Everton.
  • Alonso noted Martinez made a great effort to return ahead of schedule.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso provided an update on goalkeeper Emi Martinez ahead of Sunday's match against Sunderland. Martinez returned to training this week after missing several weeks due to a broken jaw suffered against Everton. Alonso stated that a final selection decision will be made following the team's final training session.

Alonso praised Martinez for working hard to return ahead of schedule, though he declined to confirm whether the goalkeeper will start. Talk Chelsea argues that the club should give Martinez extra rest to avoid the potential performance impacts following jaw surgery.

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