What happened. Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso confirmed Marco Palestra is still injured and will miss the Carabao Cup match against Leeds United, delaying his competitive debut.

Palestra impressed in pre-season but got injured before the Fulham game.
He is on the treatment table with teammate Moises Caicedo.
Alonso says they will go game by game and not risk early return.

“It's especially frustrating for him. He came with huge energy, huge desire to enjoy his game in the Premier League.”
— Xabi Alonso

Chelsea host Leeds in the Carabao Cup, but Palestra's return date remains unclear as he recovers.

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