Chelsea will be looking for their fifth consecutive win in the Premier League under Liam Rosenior when they take on Leeds United this Tuesday.
Since his arrival at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea have beaten Brentford, Crystal Palace, West Ham United and Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Their last triumph came over Wolves, with Cole Palmer bagging a hat-trick in just 45 minutes at Molineux.
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Leeds manager Daniel Farke discussing Chelsea's squad
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You would now expect the 23-year-old to start against Leeds in possibly a very attacking first XI. Here is the team that The Chelsea Chronicle thinks supporters could see on Tuesday.
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Chelsea’s attacking XI to beat Leeds
Robert Sanchez is still Chelsea’s first-choice goalkeeper and will finish the season between the sticks.
Reece James has missed his side’s last two games. However, after the Wolves win, Rosenior confirmed James’ injury was not a serious one. He has been ill, though, meaning Malo Gusto may retain the right-back spot.
Wesley Fofana is fit again and doing well, but Rosenior may rest him to avoid another injury. It means Trevoh Chalobah and Benoit Badiashile could both start in central defence.
Marc Cucurella completes the backline after his delightful assist against Wolves, starting in the left-back position.
Chelsea’s midfield could look a bit different. For as well as Andrey Santos has done under Rosenior, at home, the 41-year-old may drop Enzo Fernandez deeper.
Alongside the Argentine, Moises Caicedo could start in the middle of the park for Chelsea.
Estevao Willian did not feature at all at Molineux so will be fresh for Leeds’ trip to Stamford Bridge.
Harsh on Santos, but at home, let’s get as many attacking players on the pitch as possible 💪
Predicted Chelsea line-up for Leeds
Rosenior needs to be cautious with Palmer after his injury issues, but after scoring a hat-trick, he has to start.
Jamie Gittens’ hamstring injury means there is less competition for Alejandro Garnacho on the left. However, Pedro Neto’s versatility means he can also play there.
Up front, Joao Pedro getting the nod over Liam Delap is a no-brainer. The Brazilian is in stunning form, while his teammate continues to struggle.
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