Although key players are missing through injury or suspension, Xabi Alonso has players at his disposal to take on Liverpool in the Carabao Cup tomorrow.
Writer Connor Johnson predicts Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso will rotate his squad and give starting opportunities to several new signings against Liverpool in the Carabao Cup fourth round at Anfield. The selection projection follows Chelsea's 2-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur and comes amid multiple player absences caused by injuries and suspensions.
Johnson projects Italian wing-back Marco Palestra to earn his first start, while striker Emanuel Emegha is expected to feature after Alonso confirmed his squad inclusion. Chelsea will notably be without suspended attacker Cole Palmer and injured forward Joao Pedro.
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