Moises Caicedo declared fit ahead of Chelsea vs Bournemouth matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso confirmed that Moises Caicedo is ready to return to action ahead of the match against Bournemouth. Caicedo, who has played only 14 minutes this season, had been sidelined but utilized the lengthy international break to recover. Alonso emphasized that while Caicedo is fit, it remains uncertain whether he will start or be used as a substitute to regain match fitness. Chelsea's midfield has faced challenges without Caicedo, making his return significant for the team's performance.
- •Xabi Alonso confirmed Caicedo is fit to play against Bournemouth.
- •Caicedo had limited playing time this season due to injury.
- •His return is crucial for strengthening Chelsea’s midfield.
- •It is unclear if he will start or come off the bench.
- •Chelsea has been without key players during the early season.
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Moises Caicedo Injury Status vs Bournemouth
"The lengthy international break is behind us and with it, a number of injured players have had many weeks to try and find fitness. Chelsea and Xabi Alonso were left going into the international break with a number of players sidelined, chief among them being midfield dynamo Moises Caicedo. Ahead of the match with Bournemouth, …
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