News about Palestra

Chelsea are planning to hold a behind-closed-doors friendly against Portsmouth this weekend. According to reports, Xabi Alonso is keen to offer game time to several players in need of extra practice.

New Chelsea signings Marko Palestra and Emmanuel Emenga have ramped up their training and are in line to make their debuts for the club in the upcoming match against Bournemouth following the international break, reports The Standard.

Ten players who joined Premier League clubs during the summer transfer window are still awaiting their official debuts. Brittball.Net journalist Andrey Dyumin has ranked these players, all of whom are field players, based on the clubs' urgent needs for their services on the pitch. Topping the list is Manchester United's multimillion-pound acquisition, while the bottom spot is reserved for a returnee at Hull City.

Chelsea are hopeful that wing-back Marco Palestra will make his return to action in the upcoming away match against Brentford, scheduled for Friday, September 18. This is according to reports from Football London.

Players from Chelsea and football experts have shared their expectations for the upcoming season, highlighting the high ambitions and potential of the Blues' revamped squad.

Head coach Xabi Alonso will gain a clearer perspective on the quality of his players following the pre-season tour.