Pep Chavarría
CHE
Left Back
Left Wingback
Balanced Full Back
Apr 10, 1998 (28)
Left
5'9"
159 lb
Ruled out against Tottenham
Chavarria (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Saturday's Premier League clash against Tottenham despite making progress in his recovery and increasing his training workload, according to coach Xabi Alonso. "Pep is training a little bit more but he is not going to make it."
Analysis: Chavarria will miss his second consecutive Premier League fixture after suffering an injury during the final moments of Chelsea's training session ahead of the 2-0 victory over Everton. The left wing-back subsequently underwent medical examinations to assess the issue, although the exact nature and severity of the injury have not been disclosed. Manager Alonso's latest comments suggest that Chavarria is making encouraging progress in his rehabilitation, having recently increased his training workload, but he has not recovered sufficiently to be considered for Saturday's encounter against Tottenham. The defender had impressed during Chelsea's 5-1 victory over Bournemouth before suffering the setback, making his absence another blow to the team's defensive options. Jorrel Hato, who replaced him in the starting lineup against Everton, should remain the leading candidate to occupy the left wing-back position against Tottenham.
Set for medical tests
Chavarria (undisclosed) was scheduled to undergo medical examinations Sunday after suffering an injury during the final action of Chelsea's training session ahead of Saturday's 2-0 Premier League victory over Everton, according to coach Xabi Alonso, per Roundtable. "Pep, in the last action in training, he felt something. Tomorrow he's having tests to get full information about the injury. But he wasn't feeling well enough to compete today."
Analysis: Chavarria will undergo further assessments to determine the nature and severity of the injury that forced him to miss Saturday's 2-0 victory over Everton. The left wing-back sustained the issue during the closing moments of Chelsea's final training session, ruling him out despite an impressive performance in the previous weekend's 5-1 win over Bournemouth. Jorrel Hato replaced him in the starting lineup against Everton and delivered a solid performance, potentially putting himself in contention for additional minutes if Chavarria requires time on the sidelines. Chelsea have a full week to prepare for Saturday's clash against Tottenham, although Chavarria's availability will depend on the results of Sunday's examinations and his subsequent recovery.
Suffers late injury setback
Chavarria (undisclosed) misses Saturday's Premier League clash against Everton after picking up a late injury, with the severity of the issue still unclear, according to coach Xabi Alonso, per Kieran Gill of the Daily Mail. "He picked up a little problem. We are not certain of the details yet as it was late."
Analysis: Chavarria was a late omission from Chelsea's matchday squad against Everton after suffering an unspecified injury shortly before the contest. The left-back had delivered a strong performance in last Saturday's 5-1 victory over Bournemouth, playing the full 90 minutes while recording one assist, two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created. His assist came in the 67th minute when he delivered a precise low cross for Joao Pedro to convert from close range. However, his latest setback has interrupted his run in the starting lineup, with Jorrel Hato taking his place at left-back against Everton. Coach Alonso has yet to establish the nature or severity of the injury, leaving Chavarria's availability for upcoming fixtures uncertain until further assessments are completed.
Left out of squad against Everton
Chavarria (undisclosed) is not included in Chelsea's squad for Saturday's Premier League clash against Everton due to an unspecified issue.
Analysis: Chavarria is unexpectedly absent from Chelsea's matchday squad after delivering a strong performance in last Saturday's 5-1 victory over Bournemouth. The left-back played the full 90 minutes, recording one assist, two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created. His assist came in the 67th minute when he advanced down the left flank and delivered a precise low cross for Joao Pedro to convert from close range. However, Chavarria will not feature against Everton due to an undisclosed issue, with no indication yet of whether his absence is injury-related or how long he could remain unavailable. Jorrel Hato has been handed the starting role at left-back in his absence and could retain the position if Chavarria is unable to return for Chelsea's upcoming fixtures.
Creates fourth goal from wide
Chavarria assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-1 win versus AFC Bournemouth.
Analysis: Chavarria recorded one assist, one chance created and two crosses, one accurate, while playing the full 90 minutes in Saturday's 5-1 win. His biggest contribution came in the 67th minute when he advanced down the left and drove an excellent low ball through Bournemouth's back line for Joao Pedro to convert from close range. The assist came during a spell in which Bournemouth had begun putting Chelsea under pressure, making Chavarria's delivery particularly important in restoring the hosts' three-goal cushion.
Sends five crosses in first EPL start
Chavarria recorded a shot off target, two chances created, five crosses, three tackles, two interceptions and four clearances in the 3-0 loss to Brentford on Sept. 18.
Analysis: Chavarria earned his first start of the 2026/27 EPL season in the last match before the international break, and while Chelsea looked outmatched, Chavarria did a good job of filling out the stat sheet. The left-back has appeared in every game for the Blues in the current EPL campaign, tallying two chances created, eight crosses, seven clearances, four interceptions and five tackles.
Logs 30 minutes as substitute
Chavarria registered one cross (zero accurate) and one tackle in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Arsenal.
Analysis: Chavarria came off the bench for the third consecutive Premier League match, registering one cross and one interception across his 30 minutes in Sunday's 2-1 defeat at Arsenal as the left wingback replacement. The Spanish defender sits behind Jorrel Hato in the left wingback hierarchy and has been used exclusively as a substitute across Chelsea's opening three matches.
Signs with Chelsea through 2031
Chavarria signed a contract with Chelsea through 2031 after departing Rayo Vallecano, the club announced.
Analysis: Chavarria established himself as a regular at the top-flight level after joining Rayo Vallecano in 2022, making 44 appearances last season as the club reached the Conference League final before losing to Crystal Palace. His energy, defensive work rate and ability to contribute in both phases make him a strong fit for coach Xabi Alonso's system, with the coach viewing him as the leading option to replace Marc Cucurella. Chavarria is expected to compete with Jorrel Hato and Pedro Neto for the starting left back role or left wing-back, depending on which formation Alonso deploys.
Back in training with group
Chavarria has returned to training normally with the group, according to Union Rayo.
Analysis: Chavarria had missed Rayo Vallecano's last friendly against Feyenoord, which raised some questions about his fitness during a transfer window in which he remains one of the squad's most heavily linked players. His full participation in Tuesday's session eases those concerns ahead of the club's next friendly against Charleroi on Aug. 1. Coach Benat San Jose used the session to assess the squad's overall condition heading into that match. Chavarria is expected to continue building toward full match fitness as preseason continues.
Inefficient in service
Pep Chavarria registered six crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Girona.
Analysis: Chavarria had two accurate crosses in six attempts but was a non-factor elsewhere as Rayo Vallecano tried to push for a goal. He should have more luck against Valencia in what is a favorable matchup, though he needs to be more efficient. Valencia have allowed 50 goals in La Liga play this season.
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