Carlos A. Mannucci Panoramica

Chelsea have suffered a significant setback in their defensive ranks as Maxence Lacroix is set to be sidelined for the remainder of the calendar year. The Frenchman sustained a serious muscle injury during the Blues' recent cup excursion against Liverpool, leaving manager Xabi Alonso with a major selection headache.

Manchester United’s summer signing Andrey Santos has opened up about the one player who truly stood out when he faced the Red Devils during his time at Chelsea. The Brazilian midfielder completed a swift £48 million ($64m) move to Old Trafford after a productive season in London, swapping blue for red in a deal that surprised many.

Chelsea and Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez believes his nation would defeat Spain if they replayed their recent World Cup final today. Despite praising the Spanish players, the veteran shot-stopper remains confident that Lionel Scaloni's squad are currently the superior side following their extra-time heartbreak.

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has admitted that "hard truths" have been exchanged behind the scenes as the club grapples with an abysmal eight-game winless streak. The Red Devils boss remains under intense pressure to turn results around starting with a daunting trip to Chelsea this weekend.