Xabi Alonso says Emiliano Martinez is expected to be out for a few weeks afterundergoing surgery on a fractured jaw
The goalkeeper was taken to hospital after colliding with Jarrad Branthwaite against Everton
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“He’s been better; he had the surgery,” Alonso said
“We still need to wait
“[He will be out for] a few weeks. Hopefully less than more. We need to wait.”
There was more positive news on Malo Gusto, who is available again after missing the Everton game through illness
“Malo is fine,” Alonso said
Pep Chavarria is also stepping up his recovery but will not be ready for the weekend
“Pep is training a little bit more, but he is not going to make it,” Alonso added
Emmanuel Emegha is also making progress as he continues his recovery from a hamstring injury suffered during pre-season
“He is feeling better, but we need to wait,” Alonso said
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