Chelsea host West Ham in a London derby at Stamford Bridge on Saturday evening and Chris Sutton has given his prediction.The Blues have made a good start to life under Liam Rosenior and have won five ...
Chelsea host West Ham in a London derby at Stamford Bridge on Saturday evening and Chris Sutton has given his prediction.
The Blues have made a good start to life under Liam Rosenior and have won five of his first six games in charge in all competitions.
Chelsea head into the game in fifth in the league, whilst the Hammers are languishing down in the relegation zone in 18th.
Chris Sutton makes Chelsea vs West Ham prediction
However, both teams have won their last two league matches, and Chelsea did thrash the Hammers 5-1 in the corresponding fixture earlier in the season.
Rosenior has confirmed Cole Palmer is ready to start the game after being on the bench against Napoli in midweek.
It’s a game Chelsea should be winning, and need to win to keep their Champions League qualification hopes on track.
Chelsea are looking to make it three league wins in a row. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)
Paul Merson has backed Chelsea to win, and former Blues striker Sutton has now given his prediction for the game.
“What a great result Chelsea had against Napoli in the Champions League on Wednesday,” he told BBC Sport.
“I know Napoli have been no great shakes in Europe but they still rarely lose at home and that was a statement win for Liam Rosenior, which should silence some of his doubters.
“As for West Ham, who knows what to expect? After looking hopeless a few weeks ago, they have had a couple of wins and are three unbeaten in all competitions.
“I just wonder if Chelsea might be a bit fatigued after midweek, and this could be quite tight, but I still think they will win it.
“Sutton’s prediction: 2-1.”
Blues still pushing to sign Jeremy Jacquet
In other news, the club are still pushing to sign Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes before Monday’s transfer deadline day.
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The Blues have identified Jacquet as their prime centre back target, but are yet to make an offer for the 20-year-old.
Rennes are said to want £60m for the France under-21 international, and it’s believed Jacquet only wants to join Chelsea.
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