Chelsea XI vs Wolves: confirmed team news, predicted lineup, last list of injuries for Thomas Tuchel first game

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Tonight a new era dawns at Chelsea as Thomas Tuchel takes charge of his first game, with Wolves visiting Stamford Bridge.

All eyes will be on the first team he picks – and especially whether Kai Havertz and Timo Werner get starts.

The German has been accused of the responsibility of reversing the shape of the expensive duo – after Frank Lampard failed to make the most of the summer acquisitions, he contributed to his resignation on Monday.

Werner’s last major act under the former manager was missing a late penalty against Luton.

Both he and Havertz have been dropped from major games in recent weeks as Chelsea’s form has fallen sharply.

N’Golo Kante is close to recovering from a hamstring injury, but may have to wait until Burnley on Sunday to make his return.

It will be fascinating to see how Tuchel treats Kepa Arrizabalaga, who could leave this month after being ousted as number 1 by Edouard Mendy.

Likewise German international Antonio Rudiger – although he had regained the advantage before Lampard’s departure.

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Chelsea predicted team (4-3-3): Mendy; James, Rudiger, Thiago, Chilwell; Havertz, Jorginho, Mount; Ziyech, Werner, Pulisic

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