Fernandez To Start, Estevao On The Bench | 4-2-3-1 Chelsea Predicted Lineup Vs Manchester United

Malo Gusto will try to prove his worth on the right-back, while Marc Cucurella hopes to impress on the other side as the left-back. Both of them will have to pick and choose their moments to join in on the attack.

Josh Acheampong will provide cover for the defensive positions on the bench.

LONDON, ENGLAND – APRIL 12: Erling Haaland of Manchester City reacts with Moises Caicedo of Chelsea during the Premier League match between Chelsea and Manchester City at Stamford Bridge on April 12, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Midfield

Moises Caicedo and Andrey Santos will operate as the holding midfielders for the Blues as they try to win the 50-50 duels at the centre of the park.

The talented trio of Pedro Neto, Enzo Fernandez and Cole Palmer will play just ahead of them as part of the Chelsea attack. All three of them need to combine well if the West London giants are to come out on top this weekend.

Romeo Lavia and Alejandro Garnacho will have to be content with a place on the bench as they wait for their chance to shine in the second 45 minutes if needed.

Attack

Joao Pedro will lead the charge for the Blues up top. He has to find a way to cause some headaches for the Man United centre-backs this weekend.

Liam Delap will have to settle for a spot on the bench and might come on to make an impact in the latter stages of the game if the Blues are in need of a goal by then.