If Xavi Simons signs with Chelsea and Levi Colwill serves as a backup, the Blues’ strongest squad for the match against Crystal Palace could look like this ¹ ²:
– Goalkeeper: Robert Sanchez
– Defenders:
– Right-back: Malo Gusto
– Center-back: Tosin Adarabioyo and Marc Cucurella, with Levi Colwill as a backup
– Left-back: Ben Chilwell or Marc Cucurella
– Midfielders:
– Defensive midfielder: Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez
– Attacking midfielder: Cole Palmer and Noni Madueke
– Forwards:
– Left wing: Pedro Neto or Mykhaylo Mudryk
– Striker: Nicolas Jackson
– Right wing: Joao Felix or Xavi Simons

Key Players to Watch

– Cole Palmer: Palmer has been in excellent form, earning a place in the upcoming England squad. His creativity and goal-scoring ability make him a crucial player for Chelsea.
– Noni Madueke: Madueke’s rapid-fire hat-trick against Wolves showcased his talent, and he’s likely to start against Crystal Palace.
– Nicolas Jackson: Jackson has been a focal point up front, providing a goal-scoring threat and holding up the ball effectively.

Potential Challenges

– Injuries: Chelsea has faced injuries to key players like Reece James and Romeo Lavia, which might impact their lineup and performance.
– Competition: Crystal Palace has shown promising signs despite their tough start to the season, and they’ll aim to cause an upset against Chelsea.

Recent Performance

Chelsea’s recent 6-2 win over Wolves demonstrated their attacking prowess, while Crystal Palace’s 4-0 win in the EFL Cup showcased their potential. The match promises to be an exciting encounter between two teams with different strengths and challenges ³.