For this second Premier League meeting between Chelsea and Manchester United, it will now be the Red Devils’ turn to travel to Stamford Bridge after the 2-1 win at home. The London team arrives with five absences, including Reece James, who had been in good form and has not played since March.

On United’s side, attention falls on Kobbie Mainoo, who was not available against Leeds and whose situation for this match is still not defined. Additionally, the match will mark the return of Enzo Fernandez after an internal suspension for his comments about a possible move to Real Madrid, although it is not yet confirmed whether he will start or begin on the bench.

Injuries and doubts for the match:

Reece James (hamstring), Levi Colwill (knee), Jamie Bynoe-Gittens (thigh), and Filip Jorgensen (groin).

GK: Robert Sanchez – The Spaniard has established himself as a starter during the season and has nine clean sheets in the Premier League. He responds with confidence when he intervenes little and usually looks solid on isolated shots. He still needs to work on his performance in more demanding matches.

RB: Malo Gusto – He is a player who provides an outlet in defense and presence in attack. He participates in scoring plays thanks to his projection and his reading to occupy spaces near the opponent’s area, offering a permanent alternative to break lines from the right side.

CB: Wesley Fofana – Wins individual duels and provides solidity in the back line. He feels comfortable defending wide spaces and responds well in aerial play, becoming an important piece when the team needs to hold the back line, where he feels comfortable.

CB: Jorrel Hato – The Dutchman has good judgment for advancing with the ball, as while he provides order in the defense, he also is attentive to anticipate the opponent’s plays.

LB: Marc Cucurella – He is going through one of his best stretches. He positions himself high to support the midfield and also fulfills his role in recovery and tracking back with the defense, with constant presence in his sector throughout the match. Tireless.

CM: Andrey Santos – Organizes circulation and provides arrival in the opponent’s area. He is a constant option to enter the box. He is a good option for Rosenior in case Enzo does not start.

CM: Moises Caicedo – Pillar in the middle of the field. His job is to recover and sustain the team’s structure, as well as initiate plays with precision from the base. His consistency keeps him as a fixed piece in the system, despite not having his best match last weekend against Manchester City.

AM: Pedro Neto – Has five goals and four assists in the Premier League. Against City, he struggled to create situations, but generally speaking, he provides imbalance from his sector and can create advantages in one-on-ones.

AM: Cole Palmer – Moves between lines and assumes a leading role in playmaking. He knows how to hold the team when “the chips are down” and combines well with the attack.

AM: Estevao – A gamble by Rosenior that can provide the ability to take on defenders and generate danger. He can break defensive structures with his skill and provide alternatives in the final third.

ST: Joao Pedro – Has 14 goals and five assists in the Premier League. The team’s offensive reference, who responds against any opponent, gives mobility to the entire attack front and provides efficiency inside the box to finish plays with few touches. A difference-making player.

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