Mauricio Pochettino has been dealt a major team selection dilemma ahead of Chelsea's clash against Sheffield United. The Blues will welcome the Blades to Stamford Bridge on Saturday afternoon as either side looks to climb the Premier League table during the fixture-filled festive period.
Chelsea head into the tie off the back of a two successive defeats to Manchester United and Everton. Meanwhile, Chris Wilder's side will be hoping to build upon their impressive display against Brentford last weekend after a tremendous strike from James McAtee secured the newly-promoted side three crucial points.
While Sheffield United may be confident that they can continue their rich form in west London, Pochettino could have a trick up his sleeve. Christopher Nkunku, who joined the Blues from RB Leipzig in the summer for around £52million, is still yet to make his competitive debut for the club after picking up an injury in the summer.
The 26-year-old forward was dealt a hefty blow to his knee during a pre-season clash against Borussia Dortmund in the United States and has been out of action ever since. After months of rehabilitation and hard work in the gym, Nkunku has recently returned to first-team training at Cobham and he'll be hoping for a few minutes – at the very least – against the Blades.
So, with that being said, football.london has taken a look at how Chelsea could set up this weekend if the Frenchman finally makes his return.
Chelsea flourished with Nkunku in the number ten role during pre-season. Instead of sticking with a 4-3-3, Pochettino will be inclined to refer back to a 4-2-3-1 which grants the marksman the freedom to roam the final third.
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