Chelsea predicted XI vs Tottenham as Calum McFarlane makes Levi Colwill call

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Chelsea will be looking to bounce back from their FA Cup final defeat to Manchester City when they face Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday.

Calum McFarlane went with a back five at Wembley, with Levi Colwill at the heart of it.

However, being at home and with Chelsea needing to win to keep their hopes of European football alive, the 40-year-old may revert to a back four.

With that in mind, here is how The Chelsea Chronicle thinks the Blues could line up on Tuesday:

In goal, we expect Robert Sanchez to retain his place. The Spaniard did not do much wrong in the 1-0 defeat to City and is the team’s No.1.

In the full-back positions, Malo Gusto is likely to start at right-back with Marc Cucurella on the opposite flank. That has been Chelsea’s main combo this season.

McFarlane has a big call to make in central defence. Wesley Fofana’s form has improved over the last couple of games, so he should keep his spot if there are no fitness concerns.

Colwill, on the other hand, may have to be rested after just returning from a serious injury. That being said, McFarlane did not rule out the 23-year-old starting in his pre-match press conference, and with this being such a huge game, it would not be a shock to see him get the nod. If not, Jorrel Hato could take his place.

What would you go with for the Spurs game? A back three or back four?

Gusto staying at right-back means Reece James can partner Moises Caicedo in the middle of the pitch. That is a strong midfield pairing.

Out wide, Cole Palmer continues on the right, with Pedro Neto returning to the side to play on the left. Enzo Fernandez is the No.10.