Chelsea Starting XI vs Man United: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup

Chelsea Starting XI vs Man United: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup

Chelsea vs Man United: Team News and Predicted Lineup Ahead of Crucial Clash

Fernandez Return Boosts Chelsea Options

As Chelsea prepare to face Manchester United in a pivotal Premier League encounter, attention centres on the return of Enzo Fernandez. The midfielder is available again after serving a two-match suspension, imposed internally following comments that head coach Liam Rosenior felt “crossed the line”.

His return offers Chelsea renewed control in midfield, though the decision remains whether he will start or be introduced from the bench. Rosenior struck a calm tone when addressing Fernandez’s reintegration, saying: “Enzo has been with ‌the group and has been training very, very well,” before adding, “So, it’s business as usual in terms of selection ‌for the game.

“Enzo has come back to the group this week, and the group has been fantastic. In terms of his training, his application to training, Enzo has been fantastic as well.”

Injury Concerns Shape Chelsea Selection

Chelsea’s preparations are not without complication. Levi Colwill remains unavailable, continuing a long recovery from a serious knee injury, although his recent minutes in a behind-closed-doors fixture offer encouragement. Meanwhile, Trevoh Chalobah faces a late fitness test as he follows a tailored programme to overcome an ankle issue.

Defensive stability is further challenged by the absence of , sidelined with a hamstring injury. Longer-term absentees Filip Jorgensen and remain out of contention.