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Xabi Alonso has named his first Premier League XI as Chelsea manager, with the Blues ready to go in the West London derby against Fulham.
Chelsea supporters are confident following a promising pre-season campaign, as well as already seeing Manchester United, Tottenham and Aston Villa lose on the opening weekend.
Blues fans have the chance to get a look at a number of new signings for the first time in a competitive atmosphere, with Morgan Rogers and Maxence Lacroix both starting at Craven Cottage.
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Confirmed Chelsea XI vs Fulham
Alonso is keen to become the first Chelsea manager since Thomas Tuchel to win their opening-day fixture,
Let’s take a look at the XI Alonso has named to take on Fulham tonight…
The big news as far as Chelsea’s side is concerned is that Enzo Fernandez is not in the starting side for the Blues, with Romeo Lavia starting alongside Reece James in midfield.
The Argentine is still being strongly linked with a move to Manchester City, with the transfer window approaching its final few days.
Chelsea v Real Sociedad - Pre-Season Friendly
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Chelsea have so far been sticking to their guns when it comes to the asking price, after setting a £120m value on the World Cup winner.
He was booed when he came off the bench in their final friendly against Real Sociedad, with supporters clearly divided on what the future should hold for him.
Moises Caicedo is nowhere to be seen in the squad, with Marco Palestra also not in the side.