Things turned sour as far as Chelsea are concerned just moments after they secured a huge 2-1 win over local rivals Brentford last night.
Marc Cucurella had opened the scoring for the Blues with his first Premier League goal for the club, and put in a sensational performance at the back as they held on late on.
However, he saw red after the final whistle for an altercation involving a number of players for both sides, meaning he will be suspended for the next game against Everton.
Cucurella has proven himself to be crucial to Enzo Maresca’s system this season, and replacing him is going to be a key decision for the manager to make as they look to keep up their strong form.
Marc Cucurella of Chelsea reacts with Thomas Frank, Manager of Brentford, after being shown a red card after full time during the Premier League ma...
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Renato Veiga set for biggest Chelsea game after Marc Cucurella red card
The boss will analyse his options, however the most likely scenario will see Renato Veiga come into the starting side.
Maresca has already stated that he is a big fan of Veiga, with his versatility being a huge factor as to why the boss loves him.
The 21-year-old has established himself as a full Portugal international as a result of an excellent start to life at Stamford Bridge, however he has never had a moment as big as the one that is to come.
Renato Veiga stats 24/25
Renato Veiga 24/25 stats Games Goals Assists Yellows Mins
Premier League 7 – – 2 176′
Conference League 5 2 1 1 450′
UECL Qualifiers 2 – – 1 180′
EFL Cup 2 – – – 180′
The majority of Veiga’s minutes have so far been in the Conference League, where he has impressed greatly and found the net twice so far.
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He is likely to be in the same backline that started against Brentford last night, meaning he will be alongside Levi Colwill, Tosin Adarabioyo and Malo Gusto.
Injuries are beginning to stack up for the Blues now, and this is the moment where their squad building will be put to the test as they look to keep themselves in a fight for the Premier League title.
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