Chelsea FC has received a significant boost ahead of their upcoming match against Brentford, with key player Moises Caicedo returning to training. This development comes after an intense international break that saw several players travel far and wide for the South American World Cup qualifiers.
Enzo Maresca, the team's manager, provided updates on several players including Caicedo, Joao Pedro, Estevao Willian and Andrey Santos. These players had been involved in international duty during the break.
Caicedo was notably sent off in Ecuador’s victory over Argentina and will consequently miss his nation’s first game of the 2026 World Cup. However, he is almost certain to play in Chelsea's west London derby against Brentford.
Moises Caicedo back in training
There were initial concerns about Caicedo's availability for Chelsea’s trip to the Gtech Community Stadium due to his late return from international duty. When Maresca spoke to the press and Chelsea’s official club website on Friday, he revealed that he did not see Caicedo on Thursday and that his three Brazil internationals had only done a recovery session.
However, these concerns were put at ease when Chelsea’s website posted a picture of Caicedo back in training. This suggests that the Ecuadorian should be available for Saturday night’s west London derby.
Champions League match
Following their match against Brentford, The Blues have another crucial game lined up - this time it's a Champions League fixture where they will cross paths with Nicolas Jackson. Given this tight schedule, Maresca might be tempted to rest some key players like Caicedo ahead of this important match-up.
However, one player who won't be available for rotation is Dario Essugo due to recent injury woes. This could potentially limit Maresca's options in terms of squad rotation.
The return of Moises Caicedo to training is a significant boost for Chelsea ahead of their Brentford clash. Despite the challenges posed by international duties and injuries, the team seems well-prepared to face their upcoming matches. As sports fans and sports betting enthusiasts alike watch these developments closely, it will be interesting to see how Maresca manages his squad in these crucial games.
