Palmer and Joao Pedro out of international duty with injuries

Chelsea's international break is overshadowed as two key attackers pull out of their national squads through injury.

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What happened. Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro have both withdrawn from international duty due to injuries. Chelsea now look ahead to their Premier League clash against Bournemouth.

• The international break gives Chelsea just under three weeks before their next game.
• The break hands Xabi Alonso extra time to work with the squad on the training pitch.

Chelsea will hope both players recover in time for the Premier League meeting with Bournemouth.

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