Alonso: Caicedo Out vs Hull, Doubt for Brentford

Chelsea's midfield enforcer remains sidelined as Xabi Alonso refuses to take risks with the Ecuadorian.

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What happened. Xabi Alonso confirmed Moises Caicedo will miss Chelsea's match against Hull City on Saturday. The midfielder has been out since suffering an injury against Brighton last month.

• Caicedo has not featured since coming off injured against Brighton.
• Alonso said the club will assess him for the Brentford game.
• The manager insists he won't take risks with the 24-year-old.

“Not yet. We'll see for Brentford. We're not at a moment to take risks with him.”

— Xabi Alonso

Chelsea host Hull City on Saturday, with Caicedo's potential return targeted for the Brentford match.

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