Enzo Fernandez At The Heart Of Midfield | 4-2-3-1 Chelsea Predicted Lineup vs Leicester City | OneFootball

Chelsea got the better of Copenhagen by 2-1 in the first leg of the Europa Conference League round of 16. They will now turn their focus towards their next fixture. It lies against Leicester City in the Premier League at home on Sunday.

The Blues will be highly motivated to clinch all three points as they continue to battle for a spot in the top four. A win will not only help them get closer to the Champions League berth but also keep their confidence high ahead of the second leg next week.

4-2-3-1 Chelsea Predicted Lineup vs Leicester City

Defence

It’s evident that Filip Jorgensen is starting between the sticks after Robert Sanchez appeared for the Conference League game. No change at the right-back spot as Malo Gusto continues to provide his services from there.

Levi Colwill could be back into the XI at the cost of Trevoh Chalobah to form the heart of the defence alongside Tosin Adarabioyo. Marc Cucurella will also mark his return as the left-back sending Benoit Badiashile back on the bench.

LISBON, PORTUGAL – JULY 30: Filip Jorgensen of Villarreal CF in action during the Cinco Violinos Trophy match between Sporting CP and Villarreal CF at Estadio Jose Alvalade on July 30, 2023 in Lisbon, Portugal. (Photo by Gualter Fatia/Getty Images)

Midfield

Enzo Maresca is likely to stick with Reece James in the middle of the park after the skipper impressed with his display. To pair up with him, Moises Caicedo is the front-runner without any doubt.

The midfield duo allows Enzo Fernandez to appear in a more aggressive role especially when Cole Palmer is misfiring.

Pedro Neto is likely to appear on the right flank with one of Christopher Nkunku or Jadon Sancho taking care of the other wing.

Nicolas Jackson, Marc Guiu, and Noni Madueke are unavailable for selection for the Blues for this fixture.

4-2-3-1 Chelsea Predicted Lineup vs Leicester City