Predicted XI: Chelsea line up strong side to take on Tottenham – with some key absences | OneFootball

Chelsea take on Tottenham tonight at Stamford Bridge, knowing the crowd are desperate to see a performance.

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Chelsea take on Tottenham this evening at Stamford Bridge, Calum McFarlane’s penultimate in charge.

It’s a weird one – the Blues don’t have a lot to play for, while Spurs can save themselves from relegation with a win. But the home team are surely going to play for pride against their old rivals. So who will McFarlane pick?

Chelsea to avoid playing at risk stars – but keep strong side

Robert Sanchez is a no brainer in goal, even with Filip Jorgensen fit again.

At the back, Reece James likely won’t be risked having played on Saturday, so expect to see Malo Gusto at right back. It’s the same story with Levi Colwill, who will likely drop out and be replaced by Trevoh Chalobah.

Even Wesley Fofana has played a fair amount recently considering his injury history, but we’d imagine he’s risked to avoid changing the back line too much. Marc Cucurella should play at left back, assuming McFarlane doesn’t persist with the back five he used against City.

In midfield, Romeo Lavia is a doubt so expect Andrey Santos to start alongside Moises Caicedo, with Enzo Fernandez ahead of them.

Pedro Neto should be fit enough for a first start in a few weeks, with Cole Palmer on the other flank and Joao Pedro leading the line.

In other news…

Xabi Alonso is reportedly keen to change one thing at Chelsea that has been majorly holding them back in recent years.

Chelsea star Joao Pedro will not be going to the World Cup with Brazil – it’s surprising, but it’s also great news for the Blues in many ways.

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