Mauricio Pochettino Delivers Significant Injury Setback for Chelsea

Chelsea’s goalkeeper, Kepa Arrizabalaga, exited the pitch in the 83rd minute during the team’s 2-0 loss to Everton at Goodison Park due to a knee injury.

Djordje Petrovic, a summer signing, made his Premier League debut as a substitute. Manager Mauricio Pochettino, in his pre-match media briefing, confirmed the severity of Sanchez’s injury, ruling him out for the upcoming clash against Sheffield United.

Pochettino expressed the team’s sadness over losing their primary goalkeeper and acknowledged the challenges posed by various circumstances. Updates on other players, including Robert, Reece James, and Marc Cucurella, were still pending.

Despite setbacks, Pochettino emphasized the need for strength, highlighting that the competition doesn’t pause. He assured confidence in the team’s readiness to face challenges.

Addressing Petrovic’s debut and his potential, Pochettino expressed faith in all his players, noting Petrovic’s arrival based on his potential and the trust placed in him after months of training. It’s now Petrovic’s time to step up and contribute to the team’s performance at Stamford Bridge.