'Everyone Apart From Doyle' - Maresca's Fitness Update

LCFC Men
24 Nov 2023
1 Minute
Enzo Maresca says his Leicester City squad is in good condition ahead of Saturday's King Power Stadium contest with Watford.

- Enzo Maresca has provided an update on the fitness of his squad
- Leicester City welcome Watford to King Power Stadium on Saturday (3pm kick-off)
- Callum Doyle is the only player not currently training with the First Team squad
- Maresca also discussed the progress of youngster Will Alves

The Sky Bet Championship season resumes following the final international break of 2023, with the Foxes occupying top spot in the standings. Watford are the visitors to King Power Stadium for a 3pm kick-off on Saturday. Callum Doyle is the only player out for City's clash with Valérien Ismaël's upwardly mobile Hornets side.

"They are all working with us [apart from] Callum," Maresca said. "The rest are all available for tomorrow."

Will Alves and Sammy Braybrooke, two exciting Development Squad midfielders, have been out for long spells due to ACL injuries sustained last season. With Alves, having starred for the Club's Under-21s outfit, back training with the First Team, Maresca is monitoring his progress.

"I saw him (Alves) many times," the Italian continued. "He works with us, not always, some days when we need him. He looks okay, he looks back. I’m happy for him. He’s a young boy and he needs to enjoy football.

"You can see he’s a good player, for sure. He has something different. Because of my experience in the past and in general with young players, you need to be careful."

"I haven't seen Sammy yet, he is still recovering," City's Manager added.