Chelsea will play Aston Villa in their ninth match of the season on Sunday, October 16th, at Villa Park. The Blues currently sit fourth in the EPL standings with 16 points and will be hoping to add to that total before the World Cup.
Chelsea have emerged as potential title contenders after four consecutive victories. Graham Potter has instilled new hope in the Blues, and they are playing fantastic football. That being said, let’s take a look at the possible lineup for Villa clash on Sunday.
Eduard Mendy takes the helm for the first time. The Senegalese international has yet to start under Graham Potter, but he will be reintroduced to the starting lineup to allow Kepa to rest.
Following Wesley Fofana’s injury, there are few options on the back line. Thiago Silva will lead the defensive line, Koulibally will remain, and Chalobah will most likely be rested for Marc Cucurella.
Reece James suffered an injury against AC Milan last night at San Siro and is doubtful for selection on Sunday. Azpilicueta will start alongside Ben Chilwel on the opposite wing in the absence of the English wing back. Jorghino and Loftus-Cheek will be the midfield’s twin pivots.
Mason Mount delivered an outstanding performance last Tuesday night, wreaking havoc on Milan.
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He is a true midfield magician, and there’s is no way that he will be missing this Sunday’s game. Mount appears to be a mainstay for a fourth manager under whom he has played, with his versatility and game intelligence playing a significant role.
With his ability to play deeper, on the wing, or as a ten, he has been excellent at exploiting the opposition and the 23-year-old like a Swiss army knife. Finally, in the two striker partnership, Havertz and Aubamayeng completed will lead the attacking line.