According to the team's briefing, Trevoh Chalobah is set to start at the centre of Chelsea's defence, which is a remarkable turn of events considering that he was considered surplus to requirements just last year.

Wesley Fofana, who was also injured, may be available to play, but it's too early to tell. Reece James has occasionally played at centre-back, although not last season. The team is also keeping an eye on teenager Josh Acheampong, who shows great promise despite being relatively new to the team.