Attack – Ziyech, Abraham, Pulisic

The manager has confirmed that Hakim Ziyech will face Barnsley, with the winger having missed Chelsea’s last three games.

Ziyech has struggled for form since recovering from a hamstring injury, but Tuchel said he had impressed in training ahead of Thursday’s game.

Christian Pulisic could start on the opposite flank to Ziyech after missing the weekend win over Sheffield United.

And Tammy Abraham may be given the chance to lead the line after being on the bench for the last two matches.

Chelsea expected XI vs Barnsley: Kepa; Zouma, Christensen, Rudiger; James, Kante, Gilmour, Alonso; Ziyech, Pulisic; Abraham.