Chelsea Team News: Predicted XI Against Everton with Risky Raheem Sterling Call
This article contains affiliate links, and the commission will be received on any generated sales. Raheem Sterling has been struggling with fitness and form. The euphoria of Chelsea’s dramatic 4-3 win over Man United had just subsided when Mauricio Pochettino was back under pressure from displeased fans due to the draw against Sheffield United. The club needs to secure European football for the next season and is in desperate need of three points against Everton.
Express Sport presents the likely lineup for Chelsea in the upcoming match. Robert Sanchez is expected to recover in time, but Djordje Petrovic is also likely to start as the first-choice goalkeeper. Petrovic has been in the side since December, but the clean sheets have been few. The defense is expected to be Malo Gusto, Trevoh Chalobah, Thiago Silva, and Marc Cucurella.
Pochettino’s options are limited due to the injury list. Right-back Malo Gusto is expected to return to the XI. The partnership of Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez is shaping up, but the latter is unavailable due to injury. Conor Gallagher is likely to play in a deeper role.
Raheem Sterling is struggling with illness and form, posing a selection dilemma for Pochettino. Cole Palmer is a definite starter, and the decision lies between Sterling, Noni Madueke, and Mykhaylo Mudryk to line up alongside Palmer. Sterling is expected to get the nod, and Nicolas Jackson will continue up front.
