How Chelsea could line up against Everton

Chelsea will have to make late checks on the fitness of Axel Disasi and Enzo Fernandez ahead of Monday's Premier League game against Everton, with the pair emerging as major doubts for the contest.

Robert Sanchez and Raheem Sterling will also need to be assessed, as the duo have both been suffering with illnesses, but Ben Chilwell should be back in the squad after missing the last three games.

Wesley Fofana, Romeo Lavia, Reece James, Christopher Nkunku, Levi Colwill and Lesley Ugochukwu will all be unavailable for selection due to injury problems.

Malo Gusto was rested for the 2-2 draw with Sheffield United last time out following an illness, but he will be back in the side for this fixture.

Thiago Silva was on the scoresheet against the Blades and could also retain his position if Disasi is ruled out of the contest.

Meanwhile, there will have to be a reshuffle further forward if Fernandez is not available, with Conor Gallagher potentially moving back into central midfield and Mykhaylo Mudryk featuring down the left.

Cole Palmer is available despite concerns over a knock, and the Englishman will again feature as the number 10 behind centre-forward Nicolas Jackson.

Noni Madueke should also retain his spot following his strong performance and goal in the draw with Sheffield United last weekend.

Chelsea possible starting lineup: Petrovic; Gusto, T Silva, Chalobah, Cucurella; Caicedo, Gallagher; Madueke, Palmer, Mudryk; Jackson