Premier League 2019-20: 3 things to look out for as Chelsea face Manchester United

Vansh
Chelsea play Manchester United on February 17 in a late kickoff
Chelsea play Manchester United on February 17 in a late kick-off

#2 Chelsea's starting goalkeeper

Kepa Arrizabalaga was dropped from the starting lineup against Leicester City
Kepa Arrizabalaga was dropped from the starting lineup against Leicester City

One of the biggest narratives at Stamford Bridge in the past couple of weeks has been the confusion around the goalkeeper's position. Kepa Arrizabalaga has been nothing short of disappointing this season as he has failed to convince Frank Lampard leading to the Spaniard being dropped from the starting line-up. Lampard decided to field Willy Caballero against Leicester City in a clear statement to the whole club. To put this into context, one must realise that Lampard has done this in the past as he dropped Jorginho, Chelsea's vice-captain, at one point due to poor performances.

It will be interesting to see who Lampard decides to start in front of the net as he was praising Caballero after the game against the Foxes. Now that his position is in jeopardy, it will be important that the 'world's most expensive keeper' sorts his things out to finally be the keeper the Blues paid for.

After conceding four goals in the first game against United, this match at Stamford Bridge can also prove to be a redemption for the Spaniard as he looks to restore the faith that the Blues showed by offering him a 7-year contract if he starts.

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