ENZO MARESCA GETS PERFECT NEWS — KEY PLAYER FIT FOR FOREST VS CHELSEA
Enzo Fernandez is fit and ready to start for Chelsea against Nottingham Forest. The Argentine midfielder's return is a major boost for Enzo Maresca's side as they aim to continue their climb up the Premier League table.
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Enzo Maresca has some good news as Chelsea travels to Nottingham Forest on Saturday, October 18, following their international break.
Last time out, the Blues were ecstatic as Chelsea defeated Liverpool 2-1 at Stamford Bridge thanks to Estevao's late winner.
With the win, Maresca's team moved up to seventh place, tied with Everton on points, and just five points behind league leaders and Premier League title contenders Arsenal.
Following a terrible start to Ange Postecoglou's tenure—the Australian has drawn two and lost five of his first seven games as manager—Nottingham Forest is prepared to rebound.
After Forest's 2-0 loss to Newcastle United, Postecoglou was under further pressure before the half, and things might be about to get much worse.
Against Nottingham Forest, Enzo Fernandez is healthy enough to start.
An important component of Maresca's approach is Enzo Fernandez, an Argentine international who has scored three goals in 90 minutes of play in every Premier League game but one.
The 24-year-old and Moises Caicedo have forged an invaluable relationship, despite concerns about his fitness before their trip to Nottingham.
Due to "inflammation of the knee," Enzo resigned from Argentina's international duty; nevertheless, it was known that he always intended to skip this week's friendly match against Puerto Rico since he wanted to spend time with his family.
Enzo is now healthy and ready to play against Nottingham Forest on Saturday, which is great news for Maresca, according to BBC Sport.
The Italian needs his midfield conductor to contribute some quality in the final third since Cole Palmer is expected to recover from his injury in November.
GOAL OF MONTH SHORTLIST INCLUDES WOLTEMADE’S BRILLIANT STRIKE
Newcastle's German star Leon Woltemade is nominated for Premier League Goal of the Month for his superb flick against Brighton. Vote now for the summer signing's improvised Amex finish.
Woltemade receives Goal of the Month nomination - Credit: Getty Images
Earlier this month, the Magpies fell 2-1 against Brighton, but the German international's incredible flick tied the score.
However, the summer acquisition, who has scored six goals for United since joining from Stuttgart in the summer, grabbed attention at the Amex Stadium with a superb improvised finish from Lewis Miley's low cross.
Antoine Semenyo and Justin Kluivert of Bournemouth, Zian Flemming and Loum Tchaouna of Burnley, Chelsea's Moises Caicedo, Aston Villa's Emi Buendia, and Mo Salah of Liverpool are also on the shortlist.
Supporters of the Magpies may cast their votes for Woltemade by visiting here, and voting will begin at 1 pm GMT on Thursday, October 30. The winner will be revealed on Friday, November 7th at 1 pm GMT.
HUGE LISANDRO MARTINEZ UPDATE EMERGES AS UNITED PREPARE FOR FOREST ENCOUNTER
Manchester United receive a major boost as Lisandro Martinez returns to first-team training. The Argentine defender has been out since February with a knee injury and is now closing in on a first-team return.
Martinez injury boost lifts United spirits ahead of Nottingham Forest trip - COURTESY/PHOTO
Lisandro Martinez returns to first-team training, giving Manchester United a significant conditioning boost ahead of their Premier League matchup against Nottingham Forest on Saturday.
Lisandro Martinez has returned to first-team training for Manchester United, giving them a significant fitness boost ahead of their Premier League matchup against Nottingham Forest on Saturday.
Due to a serious knee injury sustained during a Premier League match against Crystal Palace, the Argentina international has not played for the 20-time English champions since early February.
However, Martinez has been speeding up his recuperation in recent weeks, and on Wednesday, the former Ajax centre-back was allowed to rejoin his teammates for training.
It is extremely doubtful that Martinez will play for Man United when they travel to Forest on Saturday, but the 27-year-old might return to the team for the match against Tottenham Hotspur on November 9.
Lisandro Martinez of Manchester United resumes training with the first team.
According to Man United head coach Ruben Amorim, "He’s feeling fine," last week. "I do not want to mention a single day or week because the knee is doing so wonderfully.
"I am not sure, but the team's training is about to begin. After that, Licha's rhythm will determine whether he places or not, but he is closer to starting training again.
The Red Devils will not be taking any chances with the Argentine because of the severity of the injury, and his return may be postponed until after the international break in November.
Luke Shaw's place in the starting lineup is now seriously threatened; therefore, Martinez's return is a significant boost for the 20-time English champions. Martinez is an expert in the left-sided role in the back three.
After joining Old Trafford from Ajax in the summer of 2022, the South American has made 91 appearances for the Red Devils, tallying three goals and three assists.