Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Andrey Santos is set to step into the starting lineup to replace suspended Moises Caicedo for the Premier League trip to Elland Road against Leeds United , which was previewed by SoftFootball . Caicedo will miss the match following a straight red card in Chelsea's 1-1 draw with Arsenal , triggering a three-game ban.
Maresca emphasised Santos' readiness for the role in a post shared by Fabrizio Romano on his official X account . The 21-year-old Brazilian impressed during his loan spell at Strasbourg and was named Player of the Match in Chelsea's 2-0 victory over Burnley , completing 13 defensive actions and showcasing his ability to dominate midfield battles.
Fabrizio Romano posted:
