Reason Joao Pedro isn't playing for Chelsea vs Tottenham as Alonso issues update
Joao Pedro has been ruled out of Chelsea's squad for Saturday evening's clash against Tottenham due to an injury currently under assessment. The 25-year-old striker, who leads the Blues' scoring charts in the top flight this season with five goals, has been deemed insufficiently fit for the home match with Spurs. Xabi Alonso caught many off guard by handing Geovany Quenda his full Premier League debut as Pedro's replacement.
TL;DR
- Joao Pedro is out for Chelsea's match against Tottenham due to an injury.
- Geovany Quenda will make his Premier League debut as Pedro's replacement.
- Emi Martinez is sidelined after fracturing his jaw and undergoing surgery.
- Mike Penders will start in goal for Chelsea in Martinez's absence.
- The article lists the expected starting lineups for both Chelsea and Tottenham.