Injury Updates for Premier League Teams Ahead of EFL Cup Matches

Fifteen teams from the Premier League will participate in EFL Cup and UEFA Europa League matches over the next three days. Most clubs are expected to rotate their squads following Gameweek 4, with midweek cup ties and upcoming press conferences likely to provide further insights into team news.

Joe Gomez is anticipated to return for his team on Tuesday night, while several players including Hugo Ekitike, Conor Bradley, Giovanni Leoni, and Federico Chiesa remain sidelined due to injuries. Andoni Iraola indicated that changes will be made to manage player workload during this congested schedule.

In addition, Pedro Porro and Sandro Tonali have been ruled out due to muscle and knock injuries, respectively. Other players like Ryan Sessegnon and Kaye Furo are also unavailable, with Furo undergoing surgery recently. Clubs are preparing to make adjustments to their lineups as they navigate the challenges of multiple matches in a short timeframe.