Chelsea’s defensive line suffers ahead of Newcastle clash

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard might have to work on a new defensive line as the rigorous scheduling takes its toll on the players. The upcoming trip to Newcastle is important for Blues who have till now reported three wins and two clean sheets with just one change in the backline.

Ben Chilwell’s minor injury might call for some time off before Rennes and Tottenham Hotspur clash. The left-back was injured during England and Belgium clash. But the problem lies in the fact that there are no attractive alternatives as Emerson Palmieri and Marcos Alonso seem to be out of form this season. Chelsea’s last match was a success with a 4-0 victory over Crystal Palace without two of its main players Silva and goalkeeper Edouard Mendy. They were two points behind Southampton before the international break.