Overview

• Levi Colwill underwent successful ACL surgery and is expected to miss most of the 2025-26 campaign.
• Trevoh Chalobah rolled an ankle in the final friendly but has been cleared to start against Crystal Palace.
• Wesley Fofana has returned to training after a thigh issue and is set to be available for Sunday’s opener.
• Romeo Lavia and Benoit Badiashile remain in individual rehabilitation with their return dates still uncertain.
• Maresca plans to cover defensive shortages with a mix of seasoned stand-ins and academy prospects.