Palestra remains sidelined as Chelsea prepares for Brighton clash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Marco Palestra has been excluded from Chelsea's squad for the second consecutive match as the team faces Brighton & Hove Albion on August 30. The 21-year-old's absence is attributed to an unspecified injury sustained following his €60m transfer from Atalanta. Initially expected to debut in Chelsea's opener against Fulham last week, Palestra was ruled out due to a setback. Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso confirmed that he is not fit for selection again, opting instead for Malo Gusto and Jorrel Hato in the lineup. The team's performance might be affected as they adjust to his continued absence.
- •Palestra misses his second match due to an unspecified injury.
- •Chelsea faces Brighton at Stamford Bridge on August 30.
- •Xabi Alonso confirms Palestra was not fit to play against Fulham.
- •Palestra transferred from Atalanta for €60m this summer.
- •Malo Gusto and Jorrel Hato start instead of Palestra.
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Palestra left out of Chelsea squad again following €60m transfer from Atalanta
"Marco Palestra has been left out of the Chelsea squad for the second match in a row following his €60m summer transfer from Atalanta, as an unspecified injury issue keeps him waiting for his Premier...
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