Duff in line for Chelsea return

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho could bring Damien Duff, Celestine Babayaro and Adrian Mutu into his squad for the Barclays Premiership clash with Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park tomorrow but full-back Wayne Bridge is doubtful with a calf injury.

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho could bring Damien Duff, Celestine Babayaro and Adrian Mutu into his squad for the Barclays Premiership clash with Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park tomorrow but full-back Wayne Bridge is doubtful with a calf injury.

Mourinho may also make a change up front but looks set to keep faith with the defence which was on duty at Birmingham in a Chelsea side yet to concede a Premiership goal under his management.

Many have been surprised that £17m (€25.2m) winger Duff has not yet been employed following his recovery from a shoulder injury last season which he proved by playing a full 90 minutes for the Republic of Ireland last week.

Joe Cole could keep his midfield place after scoring as a substitute at St Andrews.

Team (from): Cech, Ferreira, Gallas, Terry, Bridge, Geremi, Makelele, Lampard, Smertin, Drogba, Kezman, Gudjohnsen, Parker, Carvalho, Tiago, Duff, Mutu, Cole, Johnson, Cudicini.

more courts articles

Man admits killing Irish pensioner (87) on mobility scooter in London Man admits killing Irish pensioner (87) on mobility scooter in London
Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson arrives at court to face sex charges Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson arrives at court to face sex charges
Case against Jeffrey Donaldson to be heard in court Case against Jeffrey Donaldson to be heard in court

More in this section

Jamie Finn 3/5/2024 Jamie Finn: "I'd love to investigate the upsurge in ACL injuries"
Aston Villa v Olympiacos - UEFA Conference League - Semi Final - First Leg - Villa Park Douglas Luiz keen to keep taking penalties despite miss against Olympiacos
Ange Postecoglou says 'change has to happen' at Tottenham this summer Ange Postecoglou says 'change has to happen' at Tottenham this summer
Sport Push Notifications

By clicking on 'Sign Up' you will be the first to know about our latest and best sporting content on this browser.

Sign Up
Sport
Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers

Sign up
Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited