What happened. Marco Palestra was absent from Chelsea's squad for the match against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium, continuing his recovery from injury.

Palestra said he feels much better but recovery is still a few days away.
He was named in Serie A team of the year for 25/26 during loan at Cagliari.
He aims to return for EFL Cup game vs Leeds or league match vs Hull.

“I'm fine. My recovery is still a few days away but I feel much better.”
— Marco Palestra

Palestra is expected to rejoin the squad for upcoming matches against Leeds or Hull.

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