Pedro is still available for Chelsea’s Brentford test, with Alonso delaying a final fitness call until Friday.
Zubimendi’s route back may come at right back after a difficult start to Arsenal’s 2026/27 season.
Carrick says Gabriel’s welfare comes first as United weigh a 15-year-old’s uncertain future.
Pedro’s Brazil withdrawal leaves Chelsea facing an early test of Alonso’s attacking depth.
Check your bench and the gap before GW6 before selling João Pedro. Compare a temporary replacement with a longer hold, and keep the route back affordable.
Merino compared Max Dowman to Lamine Yamal after the teenager impressed in Arsenal’s cup win.
United's poor run has intensified scrutiny on Carrick before a difficult sequence of matches.
Clearlake have taken full control of Chelsea after buying out Todd Boehly and Mark Walter.
KMI backs the no-red-card call for Gabriel after the chaotic Martínez incident.
United strengthened midfield but left back remains unresolved, and Carrick must manage until January.
