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Chelsea faces availability concerns for Bournemouth after international duties

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 3:05 PM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Chelsea faces availability concerns for Bournemouth after international duties

Summary

Chelsea's players on international duty are set to complete their final matches ahead of the Premier League clash against Bournemouth. Goalkeeper Emi Martinez and midfielder Valentin Barco are among those returning from international games, with their last matches scheduled for early Wednesday morning in Argentina. They face long travel times that could limit their training ahead of the game. Chelsea will host Bournemouth at home, which may ease the logistical challenges for their returning players.

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•Emi Martinez and Valentin Barco are on international duty with Argentina.
•Both face a long trip home after their final match early Wednesday morning.
•Chelsea plays Bournemouth at home, aiding player recovery.
•This match is crucial for Chelsea's positioning in the Premier League.

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3:05 PMYahoo Sports — Goalkeeper and midfielder at risk: Chelsea first team internationals and their availability for Bournemouth

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