Pedro Neto could again lead the line tonight, with Nicolas Jackson injured and Christopher Nkunku unconvincing, and Maresca must decide whether to stick with Reece James in midfield.
The Blues are juggling a striker shortage with first-choice No9 Nicolas Jackson ruled out with a hamstring injury and backup striker Marc Guiu also injured in the game against West Ham earlier this month.
The Blues are on a three-match losing run after they were beaten by Aston Villa on Saturday and they sit seventh in the Premier League table, a dramatic drop-off from talk of a title push before Christmas.
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However, neither formula worked and Maresca instead turned to Neto to lead the line in Saturday’s meeting with Aston Villa.
