Chelsea in trouble after Jota's death

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca says he is unsure whether Pedro Neto will be available for the FIFA Club World Cup quarter-final against Palmeiras on July 5.

Pedro Neto did not attend the training session to prepare for the match against Palmeiras in the quarter-finals of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup

“The decision is entirely Pedro’s,” Maresca said when asked whether Neto would play in the upcoming match at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. Pedro Neto had previously missed Chelsea’s training session ahead of their match against Palmeiras in the quarter-finals of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™.

According to The Guardian , Chelsea will let Neto decide whether he will participate in the match against Palmeiras or not. Recently, the "Blues" psychologist advised the Portuguese striker to rest.

Chelsea's board also believe that leaving Neto out is best for the team and the player himself. Neto was Jota's teammate at Wolves and the two sides have a close relationship.

Both also won the 2025 UEFA Nations League with Portugal in June. At the 2025 Club World Cup, Neto scored three goals in three matches, becoming an irreplaceable pillar of Chelsea in this tournament.

If Neto is not available, Maresca could consider starting new signing João Pedro against Palmeiras. The Brazilian striker completed his £60m move from Brighton & Hove Albion to Chelsea on 3 July and has immediately started training with the club in the United States.

In addition to Neto's condition, Chelsea will also be without Moises Caicedo in midfield due to suspension.

Chelsea into the quarterfinals after a crazy match On the morning of June 29, Chelsea defeated Benfica 4-1 in a match that lasted nearly 5 hours at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™.

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