Chelsea return to Premier League action on Saturday evening with momentum firmly on their side as West Ham visit Stamford Bridge. The Blues come into the London derby fresh from a dramatic 3-2 comeback win over Napoli in the Champions League, a result that secured qualification for the last 16 and underlined the early impact of Liam Rosenior.
SoftFootball recently reported Rosenior's calm approach to squad management after that European success, particularly around Cole Palmer's fitness . That victory has sharpened Chelsea's focus domestically, with Rosenior's side sitting fifth on 37 points, just one behind the top four.
Despite some inconsistency at home, Chelsea have beaten Brentford and Crystal Palace convincingly in recent league outings. Rosenior's long-term planning has also been evident, with SoftFootball highlighting his praise for Josh Acheampong as part of the club's wider squad development strategy.
