Injury NewsFootball ItaliaUnverified source· 18 Sept 2026
Palestra back in Chelsea training after injury layoff
Chelsea's €60m summer signing has yet to make a competitive appearance, but he returned to training today.
M. Palestra
player
Player
Marco Palestra
Club
Chelsea
Injury
Knock (unspecified)
Expected return
Possible second-half cameo this weekend
What happened. Marco Palestra resumed training with Chelsea today for the first time in several weeks after sustaining a knock in pre-season. He could make his competitive debut as a second-half substitute this weekend, but his Italy call-up for the Nations League remains uncertain.
- Palestra joined Chelsea from Atalanta for around €60m including add-ons.
- He impressed in pre-season but hasn't played a competitive game for the Blues.
- Italy coach Roberto Mancini may omit him from the Nations League squad due to lack of match fitness.
Palestra's return could boost Chelsea, but his Italy spot for the Nations League is in doubt.
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