
Chelsea will aim to snap their five-match winless streak in the Premier League when they host Wolves at Stamford Bridge on Monday night.
Enzo Maresca’s side comes into the game off a mixed week, having thrashed Morecambe 5-0 in the FA Cup before relying on Reece James’ injury-time equaliser to salvage a 2-2 draw against Bournemouth.
The Blues face a quick turnaround and could make a few changes to their lineup for the crucial league fixture.
Injury and Squad Updates
Club captain Reece James, who has been gradually reintroduced into the squad following injury, could be set for his first league start since November after a strong showing in the FA Cup and his late heroics against Bournemouth.
Josh Acheampong may retain his spot in central defence alongside Levi Colwill, though Trevoh Chalobah has returned from his loan at Crystal Palace and could be an option. Benoit Badiashile and Wesley Fofana remain sidelined with long-term injuries.
Midfielder Romeo Lavia has started two consecutive games but might be rested to avoid a potential injury recurrence. Moises Caicedo is likely to return to midfield, partnering Enzo Fernandez, after playing at right-back midweek.
Noni Madueke made his return in the draw with Bournemouth but faces competition from Pedro Neto, who may be preferred on the right wing to face his former team.
Key absences include Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, who is still recovering from an injury and has been linked with a move to West Ham, though Maresca insists he will remain at the club. Omari Kellyman, Cesare Casadei, and Ben Chilwell are also unavailable, with the latter two potentially leaving the club in January.
Renato Veiga and Christopher Nkunku, unused substitutes in midweek, are under speculation about their futures, with interest from multiple European clubs.
Predicted Chelsea XI
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Goalkeeper: Sanchez
Defenders: James, Acheampong, Colwill, Cucurella
Midfielders: Caicedo, Fernandez
Attackers: Neto, Palmer, Sancho
Striker: Jackson
Chelsea will need to rediscover their league form and secure all three points against Wolves to climb the table and maintain momentum in 2025.
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