Chelsea fans have expressed concern after Jordan Henderson was left out of the matchday squad to face Manchester United at Stamford Bridge. Supporters questioned the absence of the key new signing, raising worries about potential fitness issues. Another injury?”, “What is going on?” – Chelsea fans left worried as star player misses Manchester United game.
Manager Xabi Alonso selected Mike Penders in goal, supported by a backline of Josh Acheampong, Wesley Fofana, and Levi Colwill. Marco Palestra made his first Premier League start on one flank, with Pedro Neto positioned on the opposite side.
Moises Caicedo captained the team alongside deep-lying midfielder Romeo Lavia, while the attack featured Estevao Willian, Cole Palmer, and Morgan Rogers. Ahead of the fixture, Alonso noted that his squad aimed to bounce back following defeats in their previous two matches across competitions.
Beyond Henderson, the Blues remained without Reece James, Joao Pedro, Max Lacroix, Jorrel Hato, and Emiliano Martinez for the encounter. Meanwhile, Alonso praised Estevao Willian, stating that the Brazilian attacker was fully ready to start matches after needing time to regain his best form, having remained an unused substitute in the preceding two fixtures.
