Chelsea vs Fulham

The west London rivals meet again, just three weeks after a famous derby win for the Cottagers, and Enzo Fernandez could make his debut.

- but I fancy the Blues to have the edge in front of a no doubt giddy home crowd. Joao Felix is still suspended, serving the third of his three-match ban for his sending off against Fulham last month. Chelsea vs Fulham prediction

Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Friday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and Fulham.

[Cedric Soares](/people/cedric-soares/) (fitness) [Neeskens Kebano](/people/neeskens-kebano/) (Achilles) [Reece James](/people/reece-james/) (knee), [Wesley Fofana](/people/wesley-fofana/) (knee), [Ben Chilwell](/people/ben-chilwell/) (thigh)

On the heels of a sensational end to the January transfer window, Chelsea refocus their attention on local west London rivals Fulham in a home match with ...

Whether or not Fulham actually win the match is in question, but there should be goals in this for the Whites after the break. However, they've conceded seven after the break at home, and Fulham are fourth in the league with 20 second half goals on the year. Chelsea are the only Premier League club not to have conceded a first half goal at home, which is truly wild when you think about it. Chelsea have all kinds of issues with injuries to their best defensive personnel, and while Fulham have rising talent at the full-back position, their centre-back partnership is anchored by a renaissance for 35-year-old Tim Ream. Chelsea are certainly buoyed by their sensational transfer window, but it's a bit too early for many of the players to be a factor. Chelsea aren't a great team right now, so it tracks that the visitors could get a result, but a point would be enough for them to go home happy. Meanwhile, Chelsea rank fourth in differential, conceding 21 goals on 28.86 xG this season. The Blues are heavy favorites at home in this match despite the result that left Fulham with all three points just a few short weeks ago. New Deadline Day arrivals Sasa Lukic and Cedric are meant to serve squad roles and are unlikely to start in this match. Interestingly, it seems tough for bookmakers to figure out whether goals will come in this match. It's been a fantastic season for the newly promoted club already, and they now have a shot at making history, having never done the league double over their west London rivals. It's unclear whether new signings like Enzo Fernandez will be ready to take the field in this match, but either way, the good feelings are back at Stamford Bridge, at least temporarily as fans look into a seemingly bright future.

Chelsea hosts Fulham on Friday for its first match since January 21, which is also its first match since purchasing Enzo Fernandez from Benfica.

QUESTIONABLE: Lucas Digne (shoulder) Out Cameron Archer (Middlesbrough) Loan Tyreik Wright (Plymouth Argyle) Frederic Guilbert (RC Strasbourg) Indiana Vassilev (St. (AE) Per the report both Werner and De Ligt are up for the move, with the Dutch center back set to be the new center-piece of Thomas Tuchel’s defense, while Werner is keen for a fresh start in Italy as his goalscoring woes in the Premier League continue. (JPW) What a move this would be for a Chelsea team already loaded with attackers, just the latest sign that no one besides (probably) Kai Havertz and Mason Mount are safe in their status with Thomas Tuchel’s Blues. This time around, Lukaku scored 15 goals in 44 appearances (all competitions – 8 in 26 in the Premier League), bringing his Chelsea career total to 15 goals. This is a massive upgrade for Chelsea and proves the ambition of their new owners, as Sterilng will excel in the 3-4-2-1 formation in one of the underneath roles, or even up top as the central striker. His quality is clear for all to see and he would slot in well to the 3-4-2-1 system and is very comfortable on the ball and coming out of the back to start attacks. The focus at Chelsea will likely now be on selling players and they will have to move on a lot of fringe players to offset this huge spending spree. It is reported (below) that Chelsea will pay the Norwegian side $12.7 million for Fofana. As for De Jong, well, Chelsea’s priority is to sign a center back but with Jorginho and N’Golo Kante coming towards the twilight of their careers, De Jong is a very similar player and would slot in very nicely to safeguard the future of Chelsea’s midfield.

The Inside Track brings you the best in betting predictions and tips as Chelsea prepare to welcome Fulham to Stamford Bridge in the Premier League.

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Match highlights of every Premier League game to be shown on the Sky Sports website and app just after full-time; watch Chelsea vs Fulham, Newcastle vs West ...

The price is tight enough at 8/5 with Sky Bet for an away win so getting a bit braver and banking on Leeds to win by two or more goals at 5/1 is worth a small interest. Yet, there is enough of an argument here to take on the Toon at 8/13 for the win with Sky Bet, and invest in West Ham to avoid defeat at 5/4. If you look at the last 13 occasions when a non-big six side have made a cup final, only two of those teams managed to win their next league match (W2, D4, L7) and the team in question only scored 12 goals in those 13 encounters. It's a run of results that is a tad misleading as when assessing the performance data they deserved more from defeats at Aston Villa, Crystal Palace, Leicester and Tottenham. A win over Bournemouth and Michael Olise's last-minute wonder goal in the 1-1 draw with United have kept the focus off Patrick Vieira for the time being but it's hard to make a case for them at Old Trafford. Newcastle aren't usually a team to bet against as Eddie Howe has built a magnificently resolute and together group that have quality in key areas of the pitch. That can be seen through his fouls committed data in the last two fixtures: he made two vs Chelsea and four at Brighton in the FA Cup. This more direct approach of getting the ball into dangerous positions quicker does tend to get the crowd involved and when Goodison Park is on song, it's a tough place for the opposition to play. There is now a clear philosophy and method to the way Villa are structured with and without the ball - they are difficult to create big chances against and play with great intensity when tasked with breaking forward. Fulham are vulnerable through the centre of their defence and Havertz somehow failed to score from a 0.40 worth of an expected goals tally in the 2-1 defeat at Craven Cottage. That balance stems from the midfield duo of Douglas Luiz and Boubacar Kamara, who can do it all - from stellar defensive work to bursting through midfield to start counter attacks. The 5/1 on him scoring first and 11/1 to score twice are punts to keep in mind.

Here is your betting guide to the Premier League contest between Chelsea and Fulham from The Pride of London's Mike Malley.

This upset took place barely two weeks ago, so there’s no doubt it will be fresh in the minds of every player in both dressing rooms. [The club’s spree](https://theprideoflondon.com/2023/02/01/3-ways-chelsea-lineup-attacking-signings/) dwarfed the combined spending of multiple European leagues, so calling it unprecedented would be a colossal understatement. Their billionaire owners could do the exact same thing, they simply lack the ambition and intelligence to do so.

The Blues and the Whites have been handed the task of beginning the weekend's Premier League programme and we build up to the big game here…

[Hakim Ziyech](/en/teams/profile/hakim-ziyech), whose proposed switch to PSG fell through, trained yesterday and has committed to the club. One or two incoming players might fancy the gig too: Enzo Fernandez converted all five he took at previous club River Plate (2021/22), though Joao Mario had penalty responsibility at Benfica this season. The departure of Jorginho, who across all competitions, with his famous skip, scored 27 of the 31 attempts on penalty duty for Chelsea (excluding shoot-outs), means the Blues need a new 12-yard maestro. [Graham Potter](/en/teams/profile/graham-potter)). Fulham added transfer depth on deadline day, recruiting midfielder Sasa Lukic from Torino and (having coached him at Sporting) Arsenal right-back Cedric Soares on loan. They have lost their last two top-flight tussles, however, and the world champions can rise to sixth (at least temporarily) with a win tonight, leapfrogging our postcode rivals having played one game fewer.

It feels like the start of a brand new season, even if quite clearly it's far from one. We're still in midtable, still a fair distance from even getting ...

Not exactly an awe-inspiring run, though both of those teams are above us in the table and Cup games can always surprise. Three of the six have already made their debuts (Badiashile, still-suspended João Félix, and Mudryk) but now that squads are settled for the rest of the season, the others available shouldn’t be too far behind either. Of course, now it’s up to the players (new and old) and the coaches (will Potter be Boehly’s Ranieri or Mourinho when all’s said and done?) to get the results we expect — and those expectations will have only increased. Time to make waves on the pitch, not just off of it. Add in the fact that all of football are moaning about us once again — already got one rule change out of UEFA! It feels like the start of a brand new season, even if quite clearly it’s far from one.

Chelsea host Fulham in the Premier League on Friday night, so we simulated the game to predict the final score.

FIFA 23 predicts that Chelsea could pass a tough test against their west London rivals, with the Blues coming from a goal behind to win 2-1. A nice one-two with Loftus-Cheek saw the midfielder break past the visitors' middle line and press towards goal, with plenty of options in support. It was a much better second half from Chelsea, with Fernandez pulling the strings in midfield as his early error failed to impact his performance. A switch of play from Loftus-Cheek saw Reece James roar down the right, and after skipping past Antonee Robinson, the defender fizzed the ball into the path of Havertz. As Fulham pressed high, Paulinha caught Fernandez in possession deep in the Chelsea half, with the loose ball running through to Andreas Pereira. Graham Potter has been handed a major boost ahead of the clash at Stamford Bridge, with Reece James, Ben Chilwell, Raheem Sterling and Ruben Loftus-Cheek all set to return to the squad.

Chelsea will hope to exact revenge on local rivals Fulham, hosting the Whites at Stamford Bridge in Premier League play just weeks after suffering a ...

The Blues are heavy favorites at home in this match despite the result that left Fulham with all three points just a few short weeks ago. The biggest boost for Fulham comes in the form of their striker Aleksandar Mitrovic. Interestingly, it seems tough for bookmakers to figure out whether goals will come in this match. Lukic could eventually supplant starting midfielder Harrison Reed in the long term, but it's far too soon for him to jump straight in. It seems that bettors are unsure whether Fulham can find the back of the net here, despite the ever-present danger of Mitrovic, who will be available for this match. Jorginho is no longer with the club after completing a Deadline Day move to Arsenal. It's unclear if any could make their return for this match, but there are rumblings that James or Sterling could feature in some capacity, while the others likely need a little more time. The injections to the Chelsea squad will ease some of the concerns around the injury crisis that remains in the Blues dressing room, with a host of players on the mend but still with recovery to go. They are within reach, as Chelsea would jump the Whites with victory at home, currently 10th but just two points back of their opponents in this fixture. These channels are available to stream via The rest of Chelsea's injured players, including Raheem Sterling, Reece James, Edouard Mendy, Wesley Fofana and Denis Zakaria are all close to a return. Yet things have changed for both sides since that matchup last month.

Chelsea will hope to exact revenge on local rivals Fulham, hosting the Whites at Stamford Bridge in Premier League play just weeks after suffering a ...

The Blues are heavy favorites at home in this match despite the result that left Fulham with all three points just a few short weeks ago. The biggest boost for Fulham comes in the form of their striker Aleksandar Mitrovic. Interestingly, it seems tough for bookmakers to figure out whether goals will come in this match. Lukic could eventually supplant starting midfielder Harrison Reed in the long term, but it's far too soon for him to jump straight in. It seems that bettors are unsure whether Fulham can find the back of the net here, despite the ever-present danger of Mitrovic, who will be available for this match. Jorginho is no longer with the club after completing a Deadline Day move to Arsenal. It's unclear if any could make their return for this match, but there are rumblings that James or Sterling could feature in some capacity, while the others likely need a little more time. The injections to the Chelsea squad will ease some of the concerns around the injury crisis that remains in the Blues dressing room, with a host of players on the mend but still with recovery to go. They are within reach, as Chelsea would jump the Whites with victory at home, currently 10th but just two points back of their opponents in this fixture. These channels are available to stream via The rest of Chelsea's injured players, including Raheem Sterling, Reece James, Edouard Mendy, Wesley Fofana and Denis Zakaria are all close to a return. Yet things have changed for both sides since that matchup last month.

Chelsea take on Fulham today in a west London derby under the lights at Stamford Bridge.

[helsea](/topic/chelsea) take on [Fulham](/topic/fulham) today in a west London derby under the lights at [Stamford Bridge](/topic/stamford-bridge). [Premier League](/topic/premier-league) table - having secured a 2-1 win in the reverse fixture less than a month ago. In something of a rare circumstance for this match-up, the Cottagers make the short journey across their part of the capital two points in front of Chelsea in the

Chelsea will hope to exact revenge on local rivals Fulham, hosting the Whites at Stamford Bridge in Premier League play just weeks after suffering a ...

The Blues are heavy favorites at home in this match despite the result that left Fulham with all three points just a few short weeks ago. The biggest boost for Fulham comes in the form of their striker Aleksandar Mitrovic. Interestingly, it seems tough for bookmakers to figure out whether goals will come in this match. Lukic could eventually supplant starting midfielder Harrison Reed in the long term, but it's far too soon for him to jump straight in. It seems that bettors are unsure whether Fulham can find the back of the net here, despite the ever-present danger of Mitrovic, who will be available for this match. Jorginho is no longer with the club after completing a Deadline Day move to Arsenal. It's unclear if any could make their return for this match, but there are rumblings that James or Sterling could feature in some capacity, while the others likely need a little more time. The injections to the Chelsea squad will ease some of the concerns around the injury crisis that remains in the Blues dressing room, with a host of players on the mend but still with recovery to go. They are within reach, as Chelsea would jump the Whites with victory at home, currently 10th but just two points back of their opponents in this fixture. These channels are available to stream via The rest of Chelsea's injured players, including Raheem Sterling, Reece James, Edouard Mendy, Wesley Fofana and Denis Zakaria are all close to a return. Yet things have changed for both sides since that matchup last month.

The Premier League is back in February, with the first fixture featuring the West London derby between Chelsea (8-5-7) and Fulham (9-4-8) at Stamford Bridge ...

While Antonee Robinson, Tim Ream, and Issa Diop prove to be strong forces in the defense, defender Kenny Tete is in danger in this game. Fulham is fearless and will put up a tight and tense match, but refined energy and a hopeful rise in football form will be delivered by Graham Potter’s squad. The Blues might slot Enzo Fernandez and Mateo Kovacic in the midfield, and Mykhaylo Mudryk will be joined by Hakim Ziyech, Mason Mount, and Kai Havertz in the front. N’Golo Kante and Denis Zakaria are out in the midfield while Wesley Fofana and Edouard Mendy’s defensive services are not available. Marc Cucurella, Wesley Fofana, and Carney Chukwuemeka were also the new young signings of the club. Chelsea’s run in the Premier League this season has been awry.

The west London rivals meet again, just three weeks after a famous derby win for the Cottagers, and Enzo Fernandez could make his debut.

The Premier League weekend kicks off with a west London derby as Chelsea host Fulham at Stamford Bridge (kick-off 8pm).Chelsea sit 10th in the table — two ...

In typical fashion, their work was not completed until darkness had long descended on deadline day but they achieved what they set out to do. "It was a great night for our fans and they deserved it. Are they likely to keep on spending? How were Chelsea able to embark on such a spending spree while abiding by UEFA’s Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations? But when it happened, there was still a sense of loss. They have been granted anonymity to enable them to speak freely without fear of impacting any future dealings with Chelsea or their owners. The denouement to the winter window has left external observers wondering whether Chelsea’s new owners are implementing some kind of lavish yet inspired masterplan, or are they simply making it up as they go along? GO FURTHER Stay tuned for build-up, team news, live updates and all the reaction...

Chelsea splashed the cash in January and they must now start getting results on the pitch, as Fulham attempt to do the double over their west London r.

The longer the match is 0-0, the more likely it is that the home fans will grow frustrated. Make a qualifying deposit of £5* or more and claim the offer within 30 days of registering your account to qualify for 500% of that amount in Bet Credits, up to a maximum of £50* in Bet Credits. Granted, Chelsea might have fared better had debutant Joao Felix not been sent off just before the hour mark. Silva will instruct his side to keep things tight in the opening 45 minutes. The Blues have dominated this west London derby down the years. Chelsea will strive to make a quick start in front of their own supporters, but the evidence of the campaign to date suggests they are not particularly effective at flying out of the traps. Their previous defeat by their local rivals came way back in 2006. Fulham will have their hands full in trying to keep the Ukrainian quiet. Once released, your Bet Credits will be held in your account balance and are non-withdrawable. It is an issue the club sought to address in the winter window, bringing in the likes of Felix, Noni Madueke, Mykhailo Mudryk and David Datro Fofana in a bid to bolster their attack. Only time will tell whether the Blues have overdone it – Fulham can vouch for the fact that signing too many players can at times be problematic – but in the short-term at least, it should give the club a lift. Chelsea splashed the cash in January and they must now start getting results on the pitch, as Fulham attempt to do the double over their west London rivals.

SportsLine soccer expert Martin Green has locked in his 2023 EPL picks and predictions for Fulham vs. Chelsea on Friday.

- Chelsea vs. [Visit SportsLine now to find out which wagers in Fulham vs. Green has broken down the Premier League match from every angle. With the win, the Cottagers gave the Blues their fifth loss in their last seven Premier League outings. Also, Trevoh Chalobah is a doubt, and Joao Felix is set to sit out the last match of his three-match ban. The 23-year-old forward from Germany leads the team and ranks 21st in the league in goals, with five. On Friday, the Blues face a Fulham side that has lost five of 10 road matches this season. After working in the sports betting industry for several years, Green became a professional sports writer and handicapper and has covered the game worldwide. Caesars Sportsbook lists Chelsea as the -160 favorites (risk $160 to win $100) in the latest Chelsea vs. Fulham odds, with the Cottagers the +440 underdogs. Chelsea enter Matchweek 22 in 10th place in the EPL table, with 29 points. Meanwhile Fulham sit in seventh place in the EPL table, with 21 points.

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The views expressed here are that of the respective authors/ entities and do not represent the views of Economic Times (ET). [Universo](/topic/universo)will also provide a Spanish-language coverage of the game. [USA Network](/topic/usa-network)will show Chelsea vs. American viewers may watch Premier League games on [NBC](/topic/nbc)'s subscription-based streaming service [Peacock](/topic/peacock). [Chelsea](/topic/chelsea)will be hoping to get revenge on neighborhood rivals [Fulham](/topic/fulham)at Stamford Bridge in Premier League action. Despite losing their previous two Premier League games, Fulham is currently in seventh place overall.

How to watch Chelsea vs Fulham Premier League fixture, including kick-off time & team news.

Fulham have lost twice and drawn once since beating Chelsea in the Premier League on January 13. Neeskens Kebano is the only player unavailable in Marco Silva's side. The Blues are coming into this one on the back of a goalless draw against Liverpool, and have won just once in their last six matches. The match is broadcast live on Sky Sports in the United Kingdom (UK) and can be streamed live on Sky Go app. GOAL brings you details on how to watch the game on TV in the U.S., UK and India as well as how to stream live online. [Chelsea](https://www.goal.com/en-in/team/chelsea/9q0arba2kbnywth8bkxlhgmdr) take on [Fulham](https://www.goal.com/en/team/fulham/hzqh7z0mdl3v7gwete66syxp) in a [Premier League](https://www.goal.com/en/premier-league/2kwbbcootiqqgmrzs6o5inle5) encounter at Stamford Bridge on Friday.

Chelsea hosts Fulham on Friday for its first match since January 21, which is also its first match since purchasing Enzo Fernandez from Benfica.

He’s so important to the way Brendan Rodgers want to run an attack, and he’s clearly not leaving the club this season. Leicester sits 14th with 18 points, but that’s just a point off the bottom three. Villa’s season has surged forward since it parted ways with Steven Gerrard. Chelsea has some work to do while surprising Fulham and Brighton are hanging around on the periphery with fine campaigns. Below is the full schedule, as you can watch all 380 games across our NBC platforms. So, yeah, we could see Felix, Mykhailo Mudryk, and Raheem Sterling on the pitch at the same time.

After a frenzied climax to the January transfer window for Chelsea, they welcome high-flying Fulham to Stamford Bridge in search of a much-needed win.

Two narrow 1-0 defeats to in-form Newcastle United and Spurs wouldn't have harmed their confidence much. And they are just the major permanent ones, we haven't counted the likes of Andrey Santos, David Datro Fofana, and Joao Felix (loan). Big-money high-profile signings, long contracts, and dizzying spending levels, Blues' American owners have truly taken the football world by storm, with heads spinning in the offices of every top club across Europe.

A west London derby begins the Premier League weekend and for once it's Fulham in the ascendancy.

Certainly their recruitment this time round seems to have hit the spot and there will be high hopes for their new deadline day acquisitions, former Torino midfielder Sasa Lukic and Cedric Soares, who has arrived from Arsenal on loan. In part that can be put down to factors that are unlikely to continue, Fulham's opponents have received more red cards than any other side whilst the Cottagers have won more penalties. Chelsea: The Premier League record signing of Enzo Fernandez will, it is hoped, give Chelsea a foundational midfielder for much of the next decade. Here is how you can watch the match and what you need to know: The Premier League returns from a week's hiatus with a London derby on Friday night, one where, surprisingly, it is Fulham who have bragging rights over their neighbors. Chelsea will be hoping that their new signings can make all the difference.

Chelsea look to avenge last month's defeat to their West London rivals Fulham, in a match that could see record signing Enzo Fernández make his EPL debut.

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Graham Potter has handed Enzo Fernandez his Chelsea debut and Mykhailo Mudryk his full debut as Reece James returns to face Fulham in the Premier League ...

[Enzo Fernandez](/en/teams/profile/enzo-fernandez), who is given his debut by [Graham Potter](/en/teams/profile/graham-potter) at the earliest opportunity, just days after signing for the Blues from Benfica. He is joined in midfield by [Mason Mount](/en/teams/profile/mason-mount) and [Conor Gallagher](/en/teams/profile/conor-gallagher), who retain their places from our last match at Liverpool. [Thiago Silva](/en/teams/profile/thiago-silva) captains the side tonight.

Get a report of the Chelsea vs. Fulham 2022-23 English Premier League football match.

"Defend from the front and attack from back. And Fofana nearly provided it with 11 minute remaining. It was Havertz, again looking unconvincing in the No. [Noni Madueke](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/293236/noni-madueke) and [David Datro Fofana](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/301047/David-Datro-Fofana) as he looked for a decisive goal. But Graham Potter's side, having scored just 22 goals from their first 20 games, again struggled to present a consistent attacking threat. [Enzo Fernandez](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/285450/Enzo-Fernández) just 72 hours after arriving from [Benfica](/soccer/team?id=1929) as well as [Benoit Badiashile](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/282585/Benoit-Badiashile) and [Mykhailo Mudryk](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/299911/Mykhailo-Mudryk).

Follow the action live as Chelsea and Fulham clash in the Premier League at Stamford Bridge.

— These channels are available to stream via It kicks off at 8 p.m. Chelsea play host to Fulham at Stamford Bridge in London, England. Tinkerman.— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) Deadline day arrivals Sasa Lukic and Cedric are meant to serve squad roles and did not start. Mateo Kovacic cropped up with a new calf injury and missed the match. Reece James returned from injury, while Hakim Ziyech was also called upon after his loan to PSG fell short as a result of bungled paperwork. We're about to find out. They conceded that way when they last met Fulham, who have scored a division-high 11 goals from crosses in the Premier League this season. 40 mins from kickoff: Enzo Fernandez starts! As for Ziyech starting despite a botched move to PSG on Tuesday, Potter says the winger has "done well" in recent games.

million later, and mid-table Chelsea were able to secure a point in a 0-0 draw with European hopefuls Fulham at Stamford Bridge on Friday.

Chelsea has some work to do while surprising Fulham and Brighton are hanging around on the periphery with fine campaigns. 16:00 Arsenal v Wolves 16:00 Aston Villa v Brighton 16:00 Brentford v Man City 16:00 Chelsea v Newcastle 16:00 Crystal Palace v Nottingham Forest 16:00 Everton v AFC Bournemouth 16:00 Leeds v Spurs 16:00 Leicester v West Ham 16:00 Man Utd v Fulham 16:00 Southampton v Liverpool Below is the full schedule, as you can watch all 380 games across our NBC platforms. After losing 3-1 to Newcastle over two legs in the League Cup semifinals, Southampton return their attention to the ongoing relegation battle. Saints (15 points), meanwhile, are living dangerously at the bottom, though the gap between themselves and safety in 17th place is just two points. So, yeah, we could see Felix, Mykhailo Mudryk, and Raheem Sterling on the pitch at the same time. The oh-so-nearly-goals theme continued as the second half wore on, and it was Tim Ream who saved the day for the Cottagers in the 79th minute. Not even a minute later, Fernandez nearly marked his Chelsea debut with a sensational goal from nearly 30 yards out. Aleksandar Mitrovic was next to nearly break the deadlock in the 71st minute, when he went for goal just one or two steps inside the halfway line. Chelsea went inches from opening the scoring in the 45th minute, when Kai Havertz lifted the ball over the out-rushing Bernd Leno. Chelsea (30 points), meanwhile, climb past fellow strugglers Liverpool, into 9th. Chelsea’s spending spree saw them sign eight new players to swell Graham Potter’s first-team squad to 30 players, including Enzo Fernandez, who arrived in west London as the most expensive signing in British football history ($129 million) on Tuesday.