FPL Gameweek 8 Team Updates: Friday’s Live Injury News

As the Premier League enters Gameweek 8, the latest updates on player injuries and fitness are crucial for teams and Fantasy Premier League (FPL) managers. On Friday, 17 club managers participated in press conferences, providing insights and updates about their squads.

Key Injury Updates for Gameweek 8

The following teams provided significant news regarding player injuries:

• Chelsea: Cole Palmer is out for six weeks due to a groin injury. Reece James is fit to play, while Enzo Fernández, Moisés Caicedo, and Pedro Neto are uncertain for this weekend’s match. Benoit Badiashile is sidelined until December.
• Arsenal: Martin Ødegaard will miss several weeks with a knee injury. Martin Zubimendi has returned to fitness, whereas Noni Madueke, Kai Havertz, and Gabriel Jesus remain unavailable.
• Liverpool: Ryan Gravenberch and Ibrahima Konate are expected to be fit, but Alisson is out with a hamstring injury. Alexander Isak’s condition is closely monitored after returning from international duty.
• Manchester City: Rodri is ruled out with a hamstring injury. Omar Marmoush and Rayan Ait-Nouri are back in training and close to returning.
• Newcastle United: Joelinton is a minor concern, while Yoane Wissa is back on the grass. Lewis Hall is also expected to return sooner than initially thought.
• Bournemouth: David Brooks is out with a hamstring injury, joining Enes Ünal on the sidelines for this match.
• Aston Villa: Ollie Watkins, Jadon Sancho, and Emi Buendia are all training and expected to participate, while Tyrone Mings is also close to returning.
• Tottenham Hotspur: Randal Kolo Muani has trained well and is available, while Dominic Solanke is progressing after surgery. Yves Bissouma faces a few weeks out due to an ankle injury.
• Manchester United: Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro missed training for recovery but are expected to play. Lisandro Martinez is nearing a return, whereas Noussair Mazraoui is uncertain.
• Nottingham Forest: Douglas Luiz, Zinchenko, and Murillo are all fit for the match against Chelsea.
• Fulham: Antonee Robinson, Rodrigo Muniz, and Sasa Lukic will miss the match, with Kenny Tete and Raul Jimenez also doubtful.
• Brighton & Hove Albion: Kaoru Mitoma and Joel Veltman are in training but remain doubtful for the game.
• Crystal Palace: No new injury concerns were reported, although Chadi Riad’s return has been delayed.
• Brentford: Aaron Hickey has trained, but Antoni Milambo is out for the season due to a knee injury.
• Everton: Jack Grealish is ineligible against Manchester City, while Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall returns from suspension.
• West Ham United: Tomas Soucek is back from suspension, but Niclas Fullkrug’s scan results are awaited.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers: Minor doubts exist over Hwang Hee-chan and Jeanricner Bellegarde.

Press Conference Highlights

The press conferences provided crucial updates on player conditions as managers assessed their squads post-international break:

As Gameweek 8 approaches, the updates on player injuries and fitness levels will be pivotal for managers and fans alike. Stay tuned to El-Balad for the latest news and information.