Cole Palmer's groin injury woes continue to plague Chelsea, with the 23-year-old still struggling to play three games a week. The Italian manager Enzo Maresca has described Palmer's condition as "mixed," saying he was fine but still experiencing pain after training sessions. The injury is proving unpredictable, and it remains to be seen if Palmer will be able to build momentum before the World Cup.
In other news, Everton manager David Moyes plans to have a chat with James Tarkowski about his behavior in front of video assistant referees. Tarkowski has had several run-ins with opponents this season, including an incident where he barged into Dan Ndoye during a match against Nottingham Forest. Moyes acknowledges that the situation is delicate and wants to ensure that Tarkowski understands the importance of being careful when interacting with officials.
Meanwhile, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has assured fans that Gabriel Jesus will not be sold before his contract expires. Arteta stated that Jesus brings an extra dimension to the team's frontline and that he is committed to keeping him at the club. However, some fans have raised concerns about Jesus' fitness levels, with Thomas Frank admitting that he is tired of answering questions about the forward's availability.
West Ham manager Nuno EspΓrito Santo hopes that a fit Jarrod Bowen can help his team escape relegation. Bowen has been the Hammers' best player this season, and his return from injury could be crucial in their fight to stay up. However, West Ham still have defensive issues to address, and Nuno acknowledged that they need to improve in that area.
Nottingham Forest are standing firm on their stance that Ola Aina was not fit enough to join Nigeria's squad for the Africa Cup of Nations. The right-back has been recovering from a serious thigh injury but remains unavailable for selection.
In other news, Everton manager David Moyes plans to have a chat with James Tarkowski about his behavior in front of video assistant referees. Tarkowski has had several run-ins with opponents this season, including an incident where he barged into Dan Ndoye during a match against Nottingham Forest. Moyes acknowledges that the situation is delicate and wants to ensure that Tarkowski understands the importance of being careful when interacting with officials.
Meanwhile, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has assured fans that Gabriel Jesus will not be sold before his contract expires. Arteta stated that Jesus brings an extra dimension to the team's frontline and that he is committed to keeping him at the club. However, some fans have raised concerns about Jesus' fitness levels, with Thomas Frank admitting that he is tired of answering questions about the forward's availability.
West Ham manager Nuno EspΓrito Santo hopes that a fit Jarrod Bowen can help his team escape relegation. Bowen has been the Hammers' best player this season, and his return from injury could be crucial in their fight to stay up. However, West Ham still have defensive issues to address, and Nuno acknowledged that they need to improve in that area.
Nottingham Forest are standing firm on their stance that Ola Aina was not fit enough to join Nigeria's squad for the Africa Cup of Nations. The right-back has been recovering from a serious thigh injury but remains unavailable for selection.