Chelsea will now use this formation judging by Potter statement
This is the formation Chelsea will use going forward, judging by a very recent Graham Potter statement. The system incorporates Ben Chilwell and Reece James as wingbacks; Potter will probably deploy something like a flexible 3-4-3.
As the assessment noted by football.london is likely accurate, we should take a look at the available options for the optimum starting lineup in the three centrehalf setup. I think Kepa Arrizabalaga has pretty much sewn up the No.1 spot; we’ll have to wait to see if Edouard Mendy’s return affects that placement whatsoever.
At the moment, Kalidou Koulibaly is in his gaffer’s good graces, so may continue. Wesley Fofana is certain to be involved going forward. Thiago Silva would be first choice if fit, giving Benoit Badiashile an opportunity to keep impressing on the whole. Obviously Chilwell’s on the left flank with James on the right.
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Finalising the formation Chelsea might now use
Moving into midfield, N’golo Kante and Enzo Fernandez will be a daunting pairing for opposition sides. Mateo Kovacic remains the choice to enhance cohesion in the middle, as I see it. Though the Croatian may miss out if there are only two central midfielders. None of the specialist wingers are quite up to scratch at present. Although, Raheem Sterling gave the Blues somewhat of a spark and is usually among the goals as well as generally in favour with head coaches.
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Joao Felix must be involved. That assertion is undeniable! Could the Portuguese execute a false nine role? Yes, that is definitely a preferable proposal to Kai Havertz as a No.9. I believe Havertz is a talented footballer being misused. The German may make more of a telling impact from a dual No.10 role, which is doable in this style. On the other wing, I’d like to see more of Noni Madueke; Hakim Ziyech cannot be ignored, either.