Chelsea have another player ruled out vs. Liverpool after Cole Palmer decision

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Chelsea are starting to count their absentees before hosting Liverpool on Saturday after a red card compounded their woes in a 3-1 defeat to Brighton. The defender, who has started every league game for Chelsea so far this season, will, therefore, not be available to face Liverpool on Saturday.

Chalobah’s suspension comes days after Maresca revealed Cole Palmer has been rested until the international break due to a persistent groin injury, which they hope will see him avoid surgery. “We decided to rest him for two-three weeks until the international break to see if with that rest he can recover 100% and to be fit after the international break,” Maresca told reporters. • READ: Chiesa is a “genuine option” as fans declare he “deserves to start” Chelsea will also be without striker Liam Delap as they seek to win their first Premier League match since the international break against Liverpool – the Blues currently have eight points.

Both sides will have four days to prepare for the final game before the October international break as they compete in the Champions League in midweek. Chelsea host Benfica while Liverpool have the added factor of travel when they face Galatasaray on Tuesday evening.