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Estevao agreement reached and Moises Caicedo decision made – Chelsea line-ups for Liverpool

Xabi Alonso could raise a few eyebrows when he names the Chelsea starting lineup to face Liverpool in the Carabao Cup.

By Bobby Vincent · Football London

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 4:48 PM

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Football London reporters agreed Estevao Willian should start for Chelsea against Liverpool with Cole Palmer suspended.
Writers also project Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia to feature in midfield despite Caicedo recently returning from injury.
Manager Xabi Alonso confirmed key forward Joao Pedro will miss the cup match due to a thigh injury.

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Football London journalists have debated Chelsea's potential starting lineup under Xabi Alonso for their upcoming cup match against Liverpool at Anfield. The writers agree that Estevao Willian should start in place of the suspended Cole Palmer, while Moises Caicedo is projected to feature in midfield alongside Romeo Lavia.

Manager Xabi Alonso confirmed that forward Joao Pedro will miss the contest due to a thigh injury, likely paving the way for Danny Welbeck to lead the attack. Goalkeeper Emi Martinez remains sidelined following jaw surgery, with Mike Penders expected to retain his spot in goal.

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