All is well in the land of Enzo Maresca at Chelsea and the Stamford Bridge faithful will be hoping to enjoy a peaceful display on Tuesday night.
Chelsea kicks off their Carabao Cup journey against confident League Two leaders Barrow after extending their unbeaten run in the Premier League to four games with a 3-0 victory over West Ham on Saturday. This win made Maresca the first manager since Pep Guardiola in 2016 to win his first three Premier League away games at a new club.
With a strong squad at his disposal, Maresca is expected to make significant changes to the starting XI for the midweek match. Tuesday’s game holds importance for fringe players looking to secure more playing time as the new manager seems to have found his preferred lineup.
Here is a potential lineup for Chelsea against Barrow on Tuesday night.
GK: Filip Jorgensen – Robert Sanchez is Chelsea’s first-choice goalkeeper, but Jorgensen is set to feature in cup competitions to gain more playing time.
RB: Axel Disasi – With Reece James and Malo Gusto out injured, Disasi is expected to start at right-back.
CB: Tosin Adarabioyo – Tosin will look to impress in this match as he aims to secure a regular spot in the starting lineup.
CB: Benoit Badiashile – Badiashile will be keen to prove himself in the team after facing competition from younger players.
LB: Renato Veiga – Veiga’s versatility will be key as he could start in midfield or in an inverted left-back role.
CM: Moises Caicedo – Caicedo’s strong performances have earned him a starting role in Maresca’s team, and he may even captain the side in this game.
CM: Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall – Dewsbury-Hall is expected to feature more prominently in this match, providing creativity from midfield.
RW: Pedro Neto – Neto will be looking to make an impact in a game where he can showcase his skills and earn more playing time.
AM: Joao Felix – Felix will aim to make his mark in the team and compete for a regular spot in the starting lineup.
LW: Mykhailo Mudryk – Mudryk will need to deliver a strong performance to secure his place in the team amidst speculation about his future at Chelsea.
ST: Christopher Nkunku – Nkunku is set to lead the line for Chelsea and will look to make an impact as a withdrawn forward.