Xabi Alonso confirms Chelsea injury blow

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News » Premier League news » Chelsea newsOctober 30, 2026 09:45 GMT (UK), by View Chelsea transfer targets Alonso confirms Lacroix injury blow Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has confirmed that defender Maxence Lacroix has suffered a hamstring injury ahead of the Premier League clash against Manchester United at home tomorrow. The Frenchman has been a key player for the Blues since his summer arrival from Crystal Palace, but he could be sidelined for the coming matches after pulling up with a hamstring issue midweek.

Alonso has now confirmed the setback and Lacroix's absence would be a huge blow for the Blues ahead of Saturday's crucial league game vs United. Alonso said: "'It’s too early to tell how serious it is.

Unfortunately, he felt something in his hamstring, and we need a couple of days to check what the injury’s going to be." The Spaniard has utilised a three-man backline in the Premier League. It could be Wesley Fofana, Josh Acheampong and Levi Colwill against the Red Devils on Saturday.