This is the latest news on Chelsea ahead of their Premier League match against Wolverhampton Wanderers. It includes updates from manager Liam Rosenior’s press conference on Thursday and a predicted lineup based on recent performances and player availability. Although Chelsea face the bottom-placed Wolves, their form has improved lately, allowing them to secure recent points.
Chelsea Team News & Predicted Lineup vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
Recent Lineup Overview
Rob Sanchez continues as the starting goalkeeper. The defense has featured Malo Gusto, Wes Fofana, Jorrel Hato, Marc Cucurella, Trevoh Chalobah, Reece James, Josh Acheampong, and Trevoh Chalobah, often shifting between a four-man and five-man defense.
In midfield, Andrey Santos and Moises Caicedo have become the main pairing, with Enzo Fernandez available as a third option. Enzo has also been positioned as an attacking midfielder with Estevao, Jamie Gittens, Pedro Neto, and Alejandro Garnacho on the wings. Cole Palmer, who has been in and out of the squad, can play in the number ten role or wide.
Joao Pedro is currently the standout striker but shares the position with Liam Delap, who has only scored once in the league this season.
Chelsea’s Recent Form & Tactics
The team primarily adopts a 4-2-3-1 formation but occasionally switches to a 3-4-2-1 or 3-5-2 setup depending on the opponent. The full-backs and wingers work closely to create options and avoid one-on-ones against well-defended teams. Chelsea builds from the back with the midfielders staying compact, allowing the goalkeeper to play high and assist in overcoming opponent pressure.
Since the managerial change, Chelsea has performed well, with the only setbacks being two losses to Arsenal. Their victories demonstrate strong offensive capabilities, although the team’s lack of clean sheets remains a concern for both fans and management. Nonetheless, their attacking strength should help secure a place in European football.
Chelsea Team News
According to PremierInjuries, Chelsea may have up to nine players unavailable for this match. The manager is dealing with a few minor injuries alongside longer-term absentees. The squad may miss Levi Colwill, Dario Essugo, Romeo Lavia, Gittens, Filip Jorgensen, James, Neto, Tosin Adarabioyo, and Mykhailo Mudryk.
Fofana seems to be managed through his recovery and may be rested, similar to Joao Pedro, who worked hard during the last match and might start on the bench this time.
Predicted Chelsea Lineup
GK – Rob Sanchez
LB – Marc Cucurella
CB – Benoit Badiashile
CB – Trevoh Chalobah
RB – Malo Gusto
DM – Moises Caicedo
DM – Andrey Santos
AM – Enzo Fernandez
W – Cole Palmer
W – Estevao
ST – Liam Delap