Cole Palmer Walks Into The XI | 4-2-3-1 Chelsea Predicted Lineup vs Bournemouth | OneFootball

Chelsea finally registered a victory as they beat Morecambe in the 3rd round of the FA Cup by 5-0. Their next game is lined up against Bournemouth at home in the Premier League this week. It will be a crucial game for them for sure.

The Blues have struggled in the league games in recent weeks and they need to bounce back. Enzo Maresca’s side are fourth on the points table with 36 points. They cannot afford to play lose anymore as it will threaten their spot for the Champions League berth.

4-2-3-1 Chelsea Predicted Lineup vs Bournemouth

Filip Jorgensen is on the bench as Robert Sanchez will mark his return between the sticks. Reece James was in action as the right-back but Malo Gusto should take that spot for now.

While Tosin Adarabioyo continues at the heart of the defence, Axel Disasi makes way for Levi Colwill. Marc Cucurella is walking back as the left-back at the cost of Renato Veiga.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 06: Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez celebrates the Chelsea goal during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Chelsea FC at Old Trafford on December 06, 2023 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Midfield

No doubt that Enzo Maresca will bring back his reliable duo of Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez in the middle of the park.

Unfortunate for Joao Felix, who did excellent in his previous outing, doesn’t find a place for himself.

Jadon Sancho is playing on the right wing with Pedro Neto operating on the other wing. Cole Palmer is operating as the attacking midfielder with Nicolas Jackson playing as the all-out striker in the lineup.

Wesley Fofana (hamstring), Benoit Badiashile (thigh), Mykhaylo Mudryk (suspended), Omari Kellyman (hamstring) and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall (unspecified) are all unavailable while Noni Madueke will be assessed before the game.

4-2-3-1 Chelsea Predicted Lineup vs Bournemouth