Chelsea vs Barcelona live: Champions League team news and line-ups from Stamford Bridge

Aside from Cole Palmer, Chelsea will be without the injury-prone Romeo Lavia alongside Dario Essugo and long-term absentee Levi Colwill, who all remain out of action.

Captain Reece James was withdrawn at half-time against Burnley but Maresca confirmed the move was planned in advance rather than as a result of any injury concerns. Wesley Fofana missed out on the squad for the Burnley game entirely for “protection”, but should be fit to face Barca.

The match is scheduled to take place on Tuesday 25 November at Stamford Bridge. Kick-off is…