Joao Pedro missed Chelsea’s Premier League match against Tottenham after picking up an injury in training. Chelsea went into the game fourth in the table on 13 points, while Tottenham started the derby 17th on six points.
Alonso gives injury update
Speaking to Sky Sports, Xabi Alonso said: "Yesterday in training he felt something, and at the moment he has some liquid, so we have to do some tests to know how big the injury is. It’s disappointing, but we need to carry on."
GOAL reported that Joao Pedro will undergo further tests to determine the full extent of the knee problem. According to Sky Sports, Joao Pedro was ruled out after suffering an injury that is being assessed by the club’s medical staff.
Changes in the Chelsea side
Geovany Quenda made his first Premier League start of the season in Pedro’s absence. Mike Penders came into the side in place of Emi Martinez.
Emi Martinez was stretchered off after a collision at the Hill Dickinson Stadium and has since undergone successful surgery on a fractured jaw.
Pedro's league numbers
Joao Pedro had five goals and three assists in six league appearances this season.
Match context
Tottenham had claimed their first win of the season with a 3-1 victory over Coventry City last time out. Chelsea beat Everton 2-0.