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Chelsea start Tyrique George up front against Manchester United in the Premier League tonight.
The Blues know that victories in their final two league games will secure a top-five finish and Champions League football next season.
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However, they are without first-choice striker Nicolas Jackson for both games following his red card in last weekend’s defeat at Newcastle.
Christopher Nkunku and Marc Guiu are also sidelined, meaning manager Enzo Maresca does not have a recognised striker at his disposal.
Pedro Neto was an option to assume the role, having done so while Jackson was injured earlier this season. However, Maresca’s options are also limited out wide by the fact that Jadon Sancho is ineligible to feature against his parent club.
Chelsea therefore turn to youngster Tyrique George. The 19-year-old started both legs of the Conference League semi-final tie against Djurgarden and now gets his chance at Premier League level.
Reece James gets the nod at right-back, with Enzo Fernandez partnering Moises Caicedo in midfield and Romeo Lavia named on the bench.
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Starting XI: Sanchez, James, Tosin, Colwill, Cucurella, Caicedo, Enzo, Madueke, Palmer, Neto, George
Subs: Jorgensen, Bettinelli, Badiashile, Chalobah, Acheampong, Anselmino, Gusto, Lavia, Dewsbury-Hall
Time and date: 8.15pm BST on Friday May 16, 2025
How to watch: Sky Sports
Venue: Stamford Bridge
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