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Sports · Soccer · published 2026-09-07 · via Yahoo Sports

Caicedo's Injury Leaves Chelsea Midfield Thin

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Chelsea's midfield shortage is primarily due to Moises Caicedo's injury, which occurred just 11 minutes after he came on as a substitute against Brighton. The club has no timeline for his return. Manager Xabi Alonso faces an unusual situation, as Caicedo had been remarkably durable, missing only two matches in three seasons.

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The setback occurred during Chelsea's recent fixture against Brighton, where Caicedo entered as a substitute but was forced off just eleven minutes later. This abrupt exit leaves the club without a clear recovery schedule, placing immediate strain on the squad's depth

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