As the buildup to Gameweek 7 intensifies, Premier League managers are sharing crucial team news ahead of the weekend’s matches. Thirteen managers are scheduled to hold press conferences on Friday, providing updates on player injuries and absences. Among them are notable figures like Mikel Arteta and Pep Guardiola, whose teams faced off on Wednesday.
Friday Injury Updates for Gameweek 7
Press Conference Schedule
- 9:00 AM – Slot
- 9:30 AM – Howe
- 10:30 AM – Maresca
- 12:30 PM – Guardiola
- 1:00 PM – Arteta
- 1:15 PM – Pereira
- 1:30 PM – Amorim, Frank, Postecoglou, Moyes, Parker
Key Injury Updates
Arsenal
Arsenal faces significant absences with Noni Madueke, Kai Havertz, and Gabriel Jesus each sidelined due to knee issues. Piero Hincapie is also ruled out with a groin injury. The primary concern is Gabriel Magalhaes, who was hurt during a recent match but remains uncertain for the weekend.
Liverpool
Alisson, the first-choice goalkeeper, has a hamstring injury that will prevent him from participating against Chelsea. He is expected to be out for at least the upcoming two Gameweeks. Hugo Ekitike could return soon, while Federico Chiesa is under observation after missing the last match.
Chelsea
Enzo Maresca confirmed several players are unavailable: Cole Palmer, Wesely Fofana, and Trevoh Chalobah are among those out. The Blues also have additional injury concerns with players like Tosin Adarabioyo and Levi Colwill struggling to recover in time.
Manchester City
Rodri made a swift recovery from a knee issue and returned to action, while several players like Omar Marmoush and Rayan Ait-Nouri are expected to remain sidelined until after the international break.
Newcastle United
Tino Livramento will miss up to eight weeks due to a knee injury, a setback confirmed by manager Eddie Howe. Yoane Wissa’s recovery timeline has also been extended, while Jacob Ramsey has returned from injury sooner than anticipated.
Nottingham Forest
There are no new updates ahead of the weekend, but manager Ange Postecoglou commented on Murillo’s fitness after a knock in his return match.
Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham’s Dominic Solanke underwent surgery and will be out for an extended period. Other players like Radu Dragusin and James Maddison also remain unavailable, but Cristian Romero has returned to fitness.
Manchester United
Amad Diallo is back in training, while Casemiro returns after suspension. However, Lisandro Martinez is still out with injury.
Everton
Everton coaches reported that Jarrad Branthwaite and Merlin Rohl will not participate this weekend, with Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall suspended.
Wolverhampton Wanderers
Head coach Vitor Pereira noted illness among players, but training continues despite Toti Gomes struggling with flu symptoms.
Burnley
Burnley is managing injuries to Zeki Amdouni and Jordan Beyer while Connor Roberts may still be a doubt for the match.
Stay tuned for ongoing updates as teams prepare for an exciting Gameweek 7 in the Premier League!
