All is well in the land of Enzo Maresca at Chelsea as they prepare to face Barrow in the Carabao Cup. The Blues are riding high on a four-game unbeaten run in the Premier League, including a convincing 3-0 win over West Ham. Maresca has made history by becoming the first manager since Pep Guardiola to win his first three Premier League away games at a new club.
With a strong and deep squad at his disposal, Maresca will make significant changes to his starting XI for this midweek clash. This game presents an opportunity for fringe players to prove themselves and earn more minutes on the pitch.
Here’s how Chelsea could line up against Barrow on Tuesday night:
GK: Filip Jorgensen – The summer arrival will step in as Chelsea’s deputy goalkeeper for cup competitions.
RB: Axel Disasi – With Reece James and Malo Gusto sidelined, converted centre-back Disasi will start at right-back.
CB: Tosin Adarabioyo - Despite having Wesley Fofana ahead of him in the depth chart, Adarabioyo will be keen to make an impression.
CB: Benoit Badiashile - Badiashile has had an inconsistent Chelsea career so far but will look to seize this opportunity.
LB: Renato Veiga – Veiga is versatile and may start either in midfield or as an inverted left-back.
CM: Moises Caicedo – One of Maresca’s most trusted players, Caicedo may captain the side on Tuesday night.
CM: Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall - Dewsbury-Hall is expected to come into the team after limited appearances in the Premier League so far.
RW: Pedro Neto – Neto will aim to dominate this contest and regain his place in the starting lineup.
AM: Joao Felix – Despite a subdued start upon his return, Felix has the task of competing with Cole Palmer for Premier League starts.
LW: Mykhailo Mudryk - With rumors swirling about Mudryk’s future at Chelsea, he needs a strong performance to convince Maresca.
ST: Christopher Nkunku – After coming off the bench against West Ham, Nkunku should return as a withdrawn forward.
Chelsea fans can expect an exciting match as their team looks to continue their winning streak under Maresca’s leadership.
